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Keep K59.xx in Mind As Your Go-to Diagnosis for Constipation Under ICD-10

Published on Thu Dec 12, 2013

Codes in this category fortunately feature a one-to-one crosswalk. Constipation can be very common in pediatric practices, particularly in children whose diets do not include enough fiber or those patients who eat an abundance of dairy. In some cases, the child simply will not have a bowel movement in days, but in other situations, the child may experience discomfort or [...]
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