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Old 06-25-2010, 08:42 AM
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Can someone tell me what icd9 to used for a failed back surgery?
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Old 06-25-2010, 08:47 AM
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If you're referring to failed back syndrome, this would translate into postlaminectomy syndrome---> 722.80-722.83
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What if you dont know if the patient ever had a laminectomy?
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What if you dont know if the patient ever had a laminectomy?
That info should be in the H&P.
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