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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 ]
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.
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I've been using the generic...V83.89 and not sure if there is a more specific ICD 9 code?
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