ICD-9 code 034 for Streptococcal sore throat and scarlet fever is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER BACTERIAL DISEASES (030-041).
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PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS(ES):
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Code 034.0 is for streptococcal sore throat (septic and streptococcal). Only if you are sure it is caused by group A streptococcal infection, which is detected by an antigen test or a throat culture, ... [ Read More ]
I'm thinking just 034.1, unless the documentation states sore throat or any of the other modfiiers listed under 034.0 (strep: laryngitis, pharyngitis, angina etc.).... [ Read More ]
If someone has a positive Strep test and Scarlett fever is the Strep coded in 034.1 or do I need to add the 034.0 along with the 034.1? :confused:... [ Read More ]
If you use V68.1 Issue of repeat perscriptions, it has to be first listed code only. I would only code 034.0 for strep that is all the MD is treating right?... [ Read More ]
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