ICD-9 code V52 for Fitting and adjustment of prosthetic device is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS ENCOUNTERING HEALTH SERVICES FOR SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND AFTERCARE (V50-V59).
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The V45.89 is not a first listed code. You should use a follow up V67 code if there is nothing being done, or an aftercare code if there is still post op management such as suture removal or dressing ... [ Read More ]
but it must be prior to the establishment of the fistula tract which is usually in the first few weeks after trach insertion. If this is just a routine cleaning then it is part of the E&M. Also you... [ Read More ]
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hi,
I code mammograms and I was wondering what the code would be for
6-month followup of a mammogram.
We have been using 611.89, because some sort of disorder was found prior....
Would it be 611.89 ... [ Read More ]
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