ICD-9 code 795.3 for Nonspecific positive culture findings is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -NONSPECIFIC ABNORMAL FINDINGS (790-796).
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Kalispell, MT Local AAPC Chapter Meeting Minutes – Thursday, February 15th, 2018
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Source: Part B - Cahaba MAC - J10
Subject: Drugs and Biologicals: Immune Globulin Intravenous (IVIg)
Version: 2014-01-01 -
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