High dose chemotherapy as primary admit

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Category/Organ System:	Category: Other Medical (old)
Type:
Main Diagnosis:	869-00
Sub Diagnosis:	Critical Care and Medicine
Diagnosis Code:	Currently Collected
Comorbid Diagnosis:	Sept 27.2004
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High Dose Chemotherapy-as primary admit should be coded only if it is the primary reason for admission.

It should not be coded for patients who simply happen to receive chemo during their stay.