What is the ICD-9 Code for respiratory failure due to myasthenia gravis?
To find the appropriate ICD-9 code for respiratory failure due to myasthenia gravis, you can follow these steps:
1. Start by looking up the category of "myasthenia gravis" in the ICD-9 index. The index links medical conditions to their corresponding codes.
2. Once you locate the entry for myasthenia gravis, note the specific code provided.
3. Next, search for "respiratory failure" in the index. You may find multiple entries related to different causes or types of respiratory failure.
4. Identify the entry that best matches the cause of respiratory failure associated with myasthenia gravis.
5. Note the ICD-9 code mentioned alongside the specified entry.
6. Finally, combine the ICD-9 code for myasthenia gravis with the code for respiratory failure to obtain the code for respiratory failure due to myasthenia gravis.
Please note that as of October 1, 2015, the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) has been implemented. Thus, it is recommended to refer to the updated ICD-10 coding system for the most current and accurate codes.