AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 2008 Issue 2; Ask the Editor

Poor IV Access

This critically ill patient, who was septic with respiratory failure, underwent multiple attempts to insert a peripheral IV for fluid resuscitation and frequent blood draws. After multiple failed attempts, the patient subsequently had ultrasound guidance to help with the placement of a central venous catheter. The physician’s diagnosis was “poor IV access.” What is the diagnosis code for “poor IV access?” ...

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