2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 703.9
Unspecified disease of nail
- 2015
- Billable Thru Sept 30/2015
- Non-Billable On/After Oct 1/2015
- ICD-9-CM 703.9 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 703.9 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).
Convert to ICD-10-CM:
703.9 converts directly to:
- 2015/16 ICD-10-CM L60.9 Nail disorder, unspecified
Approximate Synonyms
- Disorder of nail
- Nail disease
- Nailbed deformity
- Secondary nail disorder
Clinical Information
- Diseases of the nail plate and tissues surrounding it. The concept is limited to primates
- Your toenails and fingernails protect the tissues of your toes and fingers. They are made up of layers of a hardened protein called keratin, which is also in your hair and skin. Your nails' health can be a clue to your overall health. Healthy nails are usually smooth and consistent in color. Specific types of nail discoloration and changes in growth rate can signal various lung, heart, kidney and liver diseases, as well as diabetes and anemia. White spots and vertical ridges are harmless. Nail problems that sometimes require treatment include bacterial and fungal infections, ingrown nails, tumors and warts. Keeping nails clean, dry and trimmed can help you avoid some problems. Do not remove the cuticle, which can cause infection
ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index entries containing back-references to
703.9:
- Deformity 738.9
nail (acquired) 703.9
- Disease, diseased - see also Syndrome
- nail 703.9
