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2008 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis 073
Ornithosis
On October 1, 2008 the 2009 ICD-9-CM codes came into effect. Therefore, this code may be out of date.
The 2009 version of ICD-9-CM 073 can be accessed here.
Infection with CHLAMYDOPHILA PSITTACI (formerly Chlamydia psittaci), transmitted to man by inhalation of dust-borne contaminated nasal secretions or excreta of infected birds. This infection results in a febrile illness characterized by pneumonitis and systemic manifestations.
073 is a non-specific code that cannot be used to specify a diagnosis
2008 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis 073
On October 1, 2008 the 2009 ICD-9-CM codes came into effect. Therefore, this code may be out of date.