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GIST Diagnosis

Published on Fri Jan 31, 2020

Question: What is the appropriate code for GIST, and how do I find it? California Subscriber Answer: GIST is defined as a gastrointestinal stromal tumor. To find the proper diagnosis code for GIST, start in the ICD-10-CM index by looking up “tumor.” Under “tumor,” locate the term “stromal” and then find “gastrointestinal.” The index then points you to different codes [...]
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