ICD-9 code 718.53 for Ankylosis of forearm joint is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -ARTHROPATHIES AND RELATED DISORDERS (710-719).
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The personal hx code works well here as the px does not have DVT. But it is still common for them to be ongoing preventative treatment. Z86.718
But if the condition is chronic I wou... [ Read More ]
[QUOTE="mitchellde, post: 406357, member: 30657"]It can be a finding in any setting. I am wonder why you are questioning the diagnosis, is there something else in the documentation that makes you thi... [ Read More ]
If the visit happened before Oct 1, 2015, you would have to use the ICD-9 codes. If the visit happened on or after Oct 1, 2015, you would have to use the ICD-10 codes.
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790.92/R79.1 are for abnormal coagulation lab results without a diagnostic history of a coagulation disorder
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Hi,
If anyone know about the rules or guideline for ICD-9 code 790.92 Versus v58.61 in ICD-10 R79.1 versus Z86.718 codes, Please share it. When I can code the 790.92/R79.1 VERSUS V58.61/Z86.718?... [ Read More ]
Hi,
If anyone know about the rules or guideline for ICD-9 code 790.92 Versus v58.61 in ICD-10 R79.1 versus Z86.718 codes, Please share it. When I can code the 790.92/R79.1 VERSUS V58.61/Z86.718?... [ Read More ]
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