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Cystic fibrosis gene carrier (V83.81)

ICD-9 code V83.81 for Cystic fibrosis gene carrier is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -GENETICS (V83-V84).

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[b]Cystic Fibrosis[/b] Hi Natasha: V83.81 is listed under " Genetic carrier status". I would say this code means the Mom is a carrier. I use V77.6 when screening for cystic fibrosis. Gladys... [ Read More ]
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Hello, Does V83.81 means the mother has the gene or is it a screening to see if she has the gene? I'm so confused please help. Should I use V83.81 or V82.71???? For a CF screening on a pregnant wome... [ Read More ]
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[b]Genetic carrier[/b] I would use V83.89 Abdul Saleem CPC... [ Read More ]
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Does anyone know the correct dx code for BRCA-2 mutation carrier? I've been using the generic...V83.89 and not sure if there is a more specific ICD 9 code? Thanks!... [ Read More ]
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