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ICD-10-CM Code for Biomechanical lesion, unspecified M99.9

ICD-10 code M99.9 for Biomechanical lesion, unspecified is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue .

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Biomechanical lesion, unspecified

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