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[b]Abnormal Weight gain[/b]
Does anyone have any guidance on this 783.1. If Physician just notes gained 2 2 lbs would you code abnormal weight gain. He did not state it was normal or abnormal its ... [ Read More ]
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Hi medihedgie,
Referring to the ICD 9 book for dx 783.42 I see it has an Age Symbol with "P" with is Pediatric Age: 0-17. These diagnoses are intended for children and the patient's age must be betw... [ Read More ]
Hi! Is there a specific age at which it is no longer appropriate to use 783.42? I am seeing information here and there that leads me to believe 6 years would be the upper limit. Anyone have a solid a... [ Read More ]
I would actually code 312.39 - "Other Disorders Of Impulse Control" - and if you want, go ahead and code the Polydipsia seperately as 783.5
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