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Failed Vasectomy Reversal

Published on Fri Dec 01, 2000

Question: What diagnosis code should I use for a failed vasectomy reversal?

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Answer: The ICD-9 code for vasectomy reversal is V26.0 (tuboplasty or vasoplasty after previous sterilization). Opinions differ on which code should be used for follow-up services. One option is 997.9 (complications affecting other specified body systems) and V26.52 (vasectomy status). If the cause of failure is known, a more specific diagnosis code should be selected.
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