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ICD10 code of Klippel-Feil Syndrome and ICD9 code
What is the ICD10 code for Klippel-Feil Syndrome? And the ICD9 code for Klippel-Feil Syndrome?
The ICD-10 code for Klippel-Feil Syndrome is Q76.1. In the ICD-9 coding system, it is represented by the code 756.11. Klippel-Feil Syndrome is a rare congenital condition characterized by the fusion of two or more cervical vertebrae in the neck. It can lead to various physical abnormalities and may affect the development of the spine and other structures in the body. Proper coding helps in accurate diagnosis and treatment of this syndrome.
Klippel-Feil Syndrome is a rare congenital disorder characterized by the fusion or abnormal development of two or more cervical vertebrae in the neck region. This condition can lead to various symptoms, such as restricted neck motion, short neck, low hairline, and sometimes associated abnormalities in other parts of the body.
In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), Klippel-Feil Syndrome is assigned the code Q76.1. This code falls under the "Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system" category. Q76 refers to "Congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis," and the .1 extension designates Klippel-Feil Syndrome specifically.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), Klippel-Feil Syndrome was coded as 756.11. This code was classified under "Other congenital musculoskeletal anomalies" in Chapter 17 of the ICD-9 manual.
It is important to note that the ICD-10 system provides more detailed and specific codes compared to the older ICD-9 system. This allows for better accuracy and improved documentation of various medical conditions, including Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), Klippel-Feil Syndrome is assigned the code Q76.1. This code falls under the "Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system" category. Q76 refers to "Congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis," and the .1 extension designates Klippel-Feil Syndrome specifically.
In the previous version, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), Klippel-Feil Syndrome was coded as 756.11. This code was classified under "Other congenital musculoskeletal anomalies" in Chapter 17 of the ICD-9 manual.
It is important to note that the ICD-10 system provides more detailed and specific codes compared to the older ICD-9 system. This allows for better accuracy and improved documentation of various medical conditions, including Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
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ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code: 756.16 - Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Convert to ICD-10-CM: 756.16 converts directly to: 2015/16 ICD-10-CM Q76.1 - Klippel-Feil Syndrome
Posted Nov 13, 2017 by Tiffany 1100
