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Wiki Correct dx code

Thread starter Kimberley
Start date Aug 11, 2008

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Kimberley

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Aug 11, 2008

#1

What is the appropriate diagnosis code for "SMALL CENTRAL DISC BULGE AT c5-6 WITH MINIMAL CENTRAL CANAL STENOSIS".....722.0 OR 722.71?

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pharmon

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Aug 11, 2008

#2

722.0 is what I use. 723.0 for stenosis.

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Kimberley

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Aug 11, 2008

#3

Doesn't central canal stenosis also mean spinal canal stenosis which is myelopathy?

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