ICD-9 code 651 for Multiple gestation is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -NORMAL DELIVERY, AND OTHER INDICATIONS FOR CARE IN PREGNANCY, LABOR, AND DELIVERY (650-659).
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Z98.890 would be incorrect because is a status code, not a reason for visit code; I would use Z47.1 instead.
Z96.651 is correct (and required) as a secondary code, as instructed in the note accompany... [ Read More ]
Hello,
When we have a office visit for right knee arthroplasty in a global period we code it as follows:
[URL='https://www.aapc.com/codes/icd-10-codes/Z98.890']Z98.890[/URL]
99024
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I have noticed a few denials for the CPT code [B]27487 [I](Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allogr... [ Read More ]
Can anyone tell me is I can use Z96.651 and 73560- RT for an x-ray report.
In our office the mid-levels can not dictate for x rays so the doctor has to dictate a separate report. He dictated: Impr... [ Read More ]
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If you look up 'arthrofibrosis' in the index, it directs you to 'ankylosis'.
Ankylosis of the right knee is M24.661. You can also use Z96.651 ... [ Read More ]
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