icd-9 code for pectus carinatum

What is the ICD 10 code for pectus carinatum?

Pectus carinatum. 2016 2017 2018 2019 Billable/Specific Code POA Exempt. Q67.7 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2018/2019 edition of ICD-10-CM Q67.7 became effective on October 1, 2018.

What does ICD-9-CM 754 mean?

ICD-9-CM codes are used in medical billing and coding to describe diseases, injuries, symptoms and conditions. ICD-9-CM 754.82 is one of thousands of ICD-9-CM codes used in healthcare. Although ICD-9-CM and CPT codes are largely numeric, they differ in that CPT codes describe medical procedures and services.

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ICD-9-CM 754.82 is one of thousands of ICD-9-CM codes used in healthcare. Although ICD-9-CM and CPT codes are largely numeric, they differ in that CPT codes describe medical procedures and services. Can't find a code?

The ICD code Q677 is used to code Pectus carinatum

Pectus carinatum (L carīnātus, equiv. to carīn (a) keel), also called pigeon chest, is a deformity of the chest characterized by a protrusion of the sternum and ribs. It is distinct from the related deformity pectus excavatum.

Coding Notes for Q67.7 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

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ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'Q67.7 - Pectus carinatum'

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Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 754.82 was previously used, Q67.7 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.

Statistiques

Selon les données de la littérature médicale, le Pectus Carinatum est 6 fois moins fréquent que le Pectus Excavatum, soit 1/2 400 naissances . Comme le Pectus Excavatum, il est très fréquent dans le syndrome de Marfan, qui doit être systématiquement évoqué et recherché en présence d'un Pectus Carinatum .

Évolution

Le Pectus Carinatum peut être présent dès la naissance et peut s'améliorer ou disparaît dans deux tiers des cas au cours de la première année de vie. Il s'aggrave lors de la poussée de croissance prépubertaire. Il peut également s'aggraver après fracture et provoquer une tension abusive du diaphragme.

Impact psychologique et physique

Cette déformation a un impact uniquement esthétique et, contrairement au Pectus Excavatum, n'a aucun retentissement sur la fonction respiratoire et cardio-circulatoire.