Specific code 2009 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 659.73
Abnormality in fetal heart rate or rhythm antepartum condition or complication
  • Short description: ABN FTL HRT RATE/RHY-ANT.
  • ICD-9-CM 659.73 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 659.73 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
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Convert to ICD-10-CM: 659.73 converts approximately to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM O76 Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Approximate Synonyms
  • Abnl fetal heart rate in pregnancy
  • Abnormal fetal heart rate
  • Fetal distress affecting management of mother
  • Maternal care for fetal bradycardia during pregnancy
  • Maternal care for fetal tachycardia during pregnancy
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