ICD-9 code 977.3 for Poisoning by alcohol deterrents is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -POISONING BY DRUGS, MEDICINAL AND BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCES (960-979).
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With ICD 9 CM codes, we can code only 977.8, all manifestations and E980.4 for this scenario, since sewage is a chemical substance and if intaken will lead to poisoning per my thought process.
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How much documentation is needed to cover this poisoning code? Is this correct code to use? Provider is an NP in a family care clinic. Patient is 11 yrs old and weighs 77 lbs. and was given a 1 1/2... [ Read More ]
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You might want to consider 977.9. Whichever you choose, you will also need an "E" code. You might want to consider E980.4 or E858.9. If you know what specifically was injected, you can look up the acc... [ Read More ]
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[QUOTE="mcreagan, post: 227370, member: 25502"]thanks for the bath salts overdose code.
I use a different code if a child accidentally take medications. I use 977.9 and E858.9..
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thanks for the bath salts overdose code.
I use a different code if a child accidentally take medications. I use 977.9 and E858.9..
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