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Does anyone know what Diag. Code to use?

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05-15-2009, 12:46 PM

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Does anyone know what Diag. Code to use?

I am having trouble finding a diagnosis code for Clostridium Difficile Colitis.

I am thinking diagnosis code 008.45

Any suggestions?

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clostridium difficile

008.45 Intestinal infections due to clostridium difficile

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I agree with your code.

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