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Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 265
Thiamine and niacin deficiency states
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 3 ICD-9-CM codes below 265 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
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  • A disease caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin b1) and characterized by polyneuritis, cardiac pathology, and edema. The epidemic form is found primarily in areas in which white (polished) rice is the staple food, as in japan, china, the philippines, india, and other countries of southeast asia. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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