ICD-9-CM Code 789.59 to ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 Equivalent of 789.59:
As of October 2015, ICD-9 codes are no longer used for medical coding. Instead, use this equivalent ICD-10-CM code, which is an exact match to ICD-9 code 789.59:
- ICD-10 Code R188, Other ascites (billable)
Historical Information for ICD-9 Code 789.59
BILLABLE ICD-9 CODE
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.Long ICD9 Description: Other ascites
Short ICD9 Description: Ascites NEC
Parent Code: 789.5 - Ascites