Asked by Jordan Newman on Apr 24, 2024

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Barry has been having frequent heavy nosebleeds for the last several weeks and goes to see Dr. Abbott today. After a thorough examination and the appropriate tests, Barry is diagnosed with hemophilia C. What is the correct code for Barry's condition?

A) D68.0
B) D68.1
C) D68.2
D) D68.312

Hemophilia C

Hemophilia C, also known as Factor XI deficiency, is a mild form of hemophilia causing abnormal bleeding due to a lack of Factor XI.

  • Understand the genetic and procedural dimensions associated with different blood disorders.
  • Gain insight into the diagnostic codes used in clinical settings for the identification of blood-related conditions.
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Braden HorschMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Hemophilia C is classified under D68.1 in the ICD-10-CM coding system.