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Our Dr is noting that a visit is for pre-exercise program. It is to clear the patient from a cardiac standpoint for an exercise program. Any suggestions for an ICD9? I know there has to be one out there, I'm just not finding it.

Thanks so much!

Heather
 
Your choices are limited. Look at V70.0, V70.8 or V70.9. these may apply;however many payers may not pay on these dx codes.

good luck,
Dolores, CPC CCC
 
heatheralayna said:
Our Dr is noting that a visit is for pre-exercise program. It is to clear the patient from a cardiac standpoint for an exercise program. Any suggestions for an ICD9? I know there has to be one out there, I'm just not finding it.

Thanks so much!

Heather
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hmmm, the question behind the question is...
Why does this patient need to be cleared for an exercise program (not everyone needs to be cleared)?
There may be a history of heart problems or something similar. I would ask the Dr for clarification. Otherwise you should look at V70.3 which few payors will consider medically necessary.

HTH :)
 
I would have to disagree with using V72.81; this code is for pre-operative cardiac clearance. The dr is performing exams to clear for excercise not surgery. Codes V70.0, V70.3, V70.8 V70.9 would be the more appropriate code to use. I also agree with dpeoples, the pt may have a reason they need excercise clearance, if so then you would also include the dx on the claim.

Dolores, CPC, CCC
 
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