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Oct 11th, 2013 - thilgema37

Diagnosis Code Question

Hello,

What ICD9 code would you use for "extremity weakness?" I have heard 729.89, and others say 728.87.... I'd like to know your opinion.

Thanks!

Oct 11th, 2013 - nmaguire   2,606 

re: Diagnosis Code Question

729.89 is the code to use for "lower extremity weakness"
If muscle weakness stated- 728.87



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