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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
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