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HLA-B27 is an antigen and the test for this is also known by names, such as histocompatibility leukocyte A antigen; human leukocyte A antigen and Human Lymphocyte Antigen B27. If you are HLA-B27 positive, then it means that you are at increased risk than others for some autoimmune conditions like reactive arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis .
HLA-Related Health Conditions: CPT Code: Addison’s Disease (HLA DR3 and HLA DR4) 81377 Abacavir Sensitivity (HLA B*57:01) 81381 Allopurinol Sensitivity (HLA B*58:01) 81381 Ankylosing Spondylitis (HLA B*27) 81374 Behcet’s Disease (HLA B*51) 81373 ...
The HLA-B27 test is done to look for the presence of HLA-B27 that is present on the surface of white blood cells. The HLA-B27 are proteins and if you test positive for it, then it means that you can have an autoimmune disease or the chance of you getting an autoimmune disease is high.
Scoliosis is one of the conditions that can twist your spine out of shape. The most common type affects children during their growth spurt before puberty, bending the spine sideways. If your child has scoliosis, their shoulders might be uneven, or one shoulder blade might stick out more than the other.
Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M45. 9 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M45.
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ICD-10 code M45. 9 for Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Dorsopathies .
ICD-10 code R76. 8 for Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .
From ICD-10: For encounters for routine laboratory/radiology testing in the absence of any signs, symptoms, or associated diagnosis, assign Z01. 89, Encounter for other specified special examinations.
Z00. 00, Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings, Z00.
This testing is covered under Medicare when used for any of the indications listed in A, B, and C and if it is reasonable and necessary for the patient. It is covered for ankylosing spondylitis in cases where other methods of diagnosis would not be appropriate or have yielded inconclusive results.
Other specified arthritis, unspecified site M13. 80 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M13. 80 became effective on October 1, 2021.
9: Dorsalgia, unspecified.
Code R53. 83 is the diagnosis code used for Other Fatigue. It is a condition marked by drowsiness and an unusual lack of energy and mental alertness. It can be caused by many things, including illness, injury, or drugs.
R76. 0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM R76.
ICD-10 Code for Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified- M06. 9- Codify by AAPC.
Z00.00BILLING AND CODING No specific diagnosis is required for the Annual Wellness Visit, but Z00. 00 or Z00. 01 is appropriate for the Annual Routine Physical Exam.
Z00.00ICD-10 Code for Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings- Z00. 00- Codify by AAPC.
Vaginal Pap test (Z12. 72) Pap test other genitourinary sites (Z12. 79)
Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified R79. 9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM R79. 9 became effective on October 1, 2021.
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.
HLA-B27 Antigen - HLA-B27 is found in 90% of patients with ankylosing spondylitis and 80% in Reiter's disease. Ankylosing spondylitis affects 1 in 1000 caucasians. Ankylosing spondylitis is 10 times more common among individuals with HLA-B27 compared to individuals without this antigen.
This test code is for non-New York patient testing. For New York patient testing, use test code 93099.