Other genetic screening (V82.79)

ICD-9 code V82.79 for Other genetic screening is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS WITHOUT REPORTED DIAGNOSIS ENCOUNTERED DURING EXAMINATION AND INVESTIGATION.

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