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ICD-10 Codes for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Treatment for ADHD typically includes behavioral therapies, medication, or both. Types of therapy include psychotherapy or talk therapy. Commonly used ICD-10 codes for Attention-Deficit
ICD-10 Codes for Left Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain causes include avascular necrosis, brachial plexus injury, broken arm, broken collarbone, bursitis, cervical radiculopathy, dislocated shoulder. Commonly used ICD-10 codes for left
ICD-10 Codes for Left Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages. Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a
ICD-10 Codes for Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
Emergency treatment for stroke depends on whether you’re having an ischemic stroke or a stroke that involves bleeding into the brain. Commonly used ICD-10
ICD-10 Codes for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Coronary artery disease (CAD) develops when the major blood vessels that supply your heart become damaged or diseased. Commonly used ICD-10 codes for CAD.
ICD-10 Codes for Sepsis
Most sepsis is caused by bacterial infections, but it can be a complication of other infections, including viral infections, such as COVID-19 or influenza.
ICD-10 Codes for Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia treatment is aimed at addressing the underlying cause, if possible. If you have moderate, chronic hyponatremia due to your diet, diuretics, or drinking
ICD-10 Codes for Dementia
Several dementia symptoms and behavior problems might be treated initially using non-drug approaches, such as occupational therapy, modifying the environment, and simplifying tasks. Most
ICD-10 Codes for Atrial Fibrillation
The common signs and symptoms of atrial fibrillation are palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness, reduced ability to exercise, lightheadedness, chest pain. Most
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