ICD-9 code 351.1 for Geniculate ganglionitis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -DISORDERS OF THE PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (350-359).
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Hello, I’m second guessing myself today and hoping someone can point me in the right direction.
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Hi Chankim:)
Trigger finger R dx is M65.351 and CPT 26145. Add modifier RT on claim. If providers note say due to overuse of finger add dx M70.841 or look at dx block X50. I hope this helps you.
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Why did not list the dx telling how many months pregnant pt. is? Check out blocks of dx Z3A Add possible dx of026.89 or O86.4 or dx block of 075.2 or dx block of 099.89 or O99.351 to match docum... [ Read More ]
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It seems you used the correct dx code for right and left eye but what procedure was done? CPT 67028 injection and J9035 med? Ensure each line of claim has this CPT code with each Lt or Rt mod... [ Read More ]
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[U]post multiple CVAs with bilateral hemiplegia[/U]
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