tci Part B Insider - 2013 Issue 20

ICD-10: Narrow Six 244.x Hypothyroidism Options to Five ICD-10

Your physician will have to think about the hypothyroidism cause. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which there is too little thyroid hormone in the bloodstream. Hypothyroidism is a common condition and is very treatable. Symptoms can include slowed heart rate, tiredness, inability to tolerate cold, mental fatigue, and constipation. ICD-9-CM Codes: Right now, you should report this condition with 244.x (Acquired hypothyroidism), which break down as follows: 244.0, Postsurgical hypothyroidism 244.1, Other postablative hypothyroidism 244.2, Iodine hypothyroidism 244.3, Other iatrogenic hypothyroidism 244.8, Other specified acquired hypothyroidism 244.9, Unspecified acquired hypothyroidism   ICD-9-CM...

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