ICD-9 code V61.6 for Illegitimacy or illegitimate pregnancy is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS ENCOUNTERING HEALTH SERVICES IN OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES (V60-V69).
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That is definitely the wrong code selection, as you stated that there are no documented effects due to the drug exposure to the child and 760.X code... [ Read More ]
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Hi all, Does anyone have any historical data of what the 90849 code pays for from major payers for Out of Network facility?
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You'd bill the insurance of the person who requested the consult. In this case, probably the grandmother, but I'd let them know that this probably won't be covered.
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Abnormal pap is dependant upon what type of cells were present. 795.01 ASCUS, 793.02 ASCH, 795.03 LSIL, 795.04 HGSIL. The HPV is 795.05. You post both diagnosis codes.
Elective abort... [ Read More ]
Hello Everyoone,
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Looking for a DX that should "work"
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