How many characters are in an ICD-9 code?
The ICD-9-CM codes have three to five numeric characters, with the exceptions of the V codes, E Codes and M Codes that begin with a single letter. The legacy ICD-9-CM system lacked the specificity needed to determine an exact diagnosis as the ICD-9 codes can be very broad and it became difficult to compare costs, treatments, and technologies.
Where can I find free ICD-9 coding reference?
The Web's Free ICD-9-CM Medical Coding Reference. ICD9Data.com takes the current ICD-9-CM and HCPCS medical billing codes and adds 5.3+ million links between them. Combine that with a Google-powered search engine, drill-down navigation system and instant coding notes and it's easier than ever to quickly find the medical coding information you need.
What is the format for ICD 9 diagnosis codes?
The format for ICD-9 diagnoses codes is a decimal placed after the first three characters and two possible add-on characters following: xxx.xx. ICD-9 PCS were used to report procedures for inpatient hospital services from Volume 3, which represent procedures that were done at inpatient hospital facilities.
What is the ICD-9-CM code range for infectious diseases?
ICD-9-CM Chapters Chapter Code Range Description 1 001-139 Infectious And Parasitic Diseases 2 140-239 Neoplasms 3 240-279 Endocrine, Nutritional And Metabolic Dis ... 4 280-289 Diseases Of The Blood And Blood-Forming ... 15 more rows ...
Overview
Dr. Michael A. King is a neurosurgeon in Bradenton, Florida and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Blake Medical Center and Manatee Memorial Hospital. He received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.
Specialties
Neurosurgeons treat disorders of the brain and nervous system, meninges, skull, pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges and vertebral column, and cranial and spinal nerves. They use minimally invasive surgery, neuroradiology imaging like CT, MRI, PET, MEG.
Patient Experience
Provides clear information and answers questions in a way patients understand.
Insurances Accepted
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Where is Dr. King?
Dr. King graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1984. Dr. King works in Bradenton, FL and specializes in Neurological Surgery. Dr. King is affiliated with Blake Medical Center, Manatee Memorial Hospital and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
Did Dr King fuse my back?
The hardware Dr. King put in my back did not fuse, and as it showed on the MRI he ordered, Dr. King should have done more surgery in the area of L5 S1. This was all done successfully by the second surgeon, 9 months after the surgery with Dr. King.
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Care Philosophy
NeuroSpinal Associates has been providing quality care to our community for over 15 years. Drs. Philip Tally, Michael King, and James Tiesi are a group... Read more
Biography
Dr. Michael A. King was born in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. He attended medical school at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore. Dr. King completed his... Read more
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