ICD-9 code 474 for Chronic disease of tonsils and adenoids is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER DISEASES OF THE UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT (470-478).
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A doesn't mention the adenoids issues
B & C include 474.00 which is chronic tonsillitis
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