ICD-9 code 132.1 for Pediculus corporis (body louse) is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES (130-136).
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This patient was seen a week ago and started on antibiotics. Now comes back with abscess worsening. I think it should be 10060 only, or does this show enough MDM for re-evaluation and decision to I&... [ Read More ]
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release of dupuytren's contracture (fascia of hand),[I][COLOR=rgb(44, 130, 201)] fasciectomy [/COLOR][/I](excision of Dupuytren's), with release part... [ Read More ]
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CO 132- Prearranged Demonstration Project Denial.--- Has anyone received this denial from Medicare? What is this exactly and how do we get thi... [ Read More ]
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CO 132- Prearranged Demonstration Project Denial.--- Has anyone received this denial from Medicare? What is this exactly and how do we get this overturned? I've never had this and cannot locate any in... [ Read More ]
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Would like some help with how to code this please. I am confused on what codes should be utilized for this case. Thank you!
Procedure Performed:
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