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What would you suggest in regard to coding "G-Tube dependence". I've looked in the V-codes but am unsure. Or do I code the condition he has that has caused him to be dependent?
v44.1 - Gtube status (no treatment)
v55.1 - attention to ( if patient pulls out and they replace)
536.4x - complication (broken, malfunction, infection)
Also code condition the patient has which is the reason for the Gtube.