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Dx code for chronic exertional compartment syndrome

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11-03-2009, 09:11 AM

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Dx code for chronic exertional compartment syndrome

I need a dx code for chronic exertional compartment syndrome of the leg. I would appreciate any help
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Look at 729.72.

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However, 729.72 is Nontraumatic. Also look at Subcategory,958.9, Traumatic compartment syndrome

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Thank you so much!!

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958.92 to be exact...there are 5th digit options now.

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