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ICD-10-CM Code for Carrier of human T-lymphotropic virus type-1 [HTLV-1] infection Z22.6

ICD-10 code Z22.6 for Carrier of human T-lymphotropic virus type-1 [HTLV-1] infection is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .

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Carrier of human T-lymphotropic virus type-1 [HTLV-1] infection

Z22

Includes: colonization status
suspected carrie

Excludes2: carrier of viral hepatitis (B18.-)

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Correct code for Pulmonary Tuberculosis, A15.0 or Z22.8?
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