ICD-9 code 131.02 for Trichomonal urethritis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES (130-136).
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Hi there, I also see it described as a brachial plexus block. For example [URL]https://pubs.asahq.org/anesthesiology/article/131/6/1316/108792/Superior-Trunk-Block-Provides-Noninferior[/URL]
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I think you could bill it either way. I believe the work Rvu for the 131 code is higher, but with a mod 22 they may be a horse a piece.... [ Read More ]
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When coding an EMG, would you pick up the "abnormal study" R94.131 in addition to the dx for example abnormal study: study shows carpal tunnel bilateral.
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