Dermatology Coding Alert
2006 ICD-9 Update:
Dermatology Practices Escape New Codes
Published on Mon May 16, 2005
Dermatologists don't have any new diagnosis codes to worry about, so take a moment to catch your breath with the latest round of new ICD-9 codes.
For more information on the latest round that will go into effect on Oct. 1, visit www.cms.hhs.gov/medlearn/icd9code.asp#coding.
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