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apparent life threatening event

Medical Definition

An episode during which the patient, usually a child less than one year, experiences a combination of apnea, color change, alteration in muscle tone, choking or gagging. this event can be frightening to the observer.
Related Codes (1)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
R68.13Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
Additional Codes (1)

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