2008 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 789.5 : Ascites

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2008 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 789.5

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789.49

789.51

There are 2 ICD-9-CM codes below 789.5 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
Newer versions of 789.5: 2009 2010

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