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Specific code 2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 015.83
Tuberculosis of other specified joint, tubercle bacilli found (in sputum) by microscopy
  • Short description: TB of joint NEC-micro dx.
  • ICD-9-CM 015.83 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 015.83 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
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Convert to ICD-10-CM: 015.83 converts approximately to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM A18.02 Tuberculous arthritis of other joints
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