Adrienne Commeree, CPC, CPMA, CCS, CEMC, CPIP, details coding guidelines and instructional notes in Chapter 9 of the ICD-10-CM manual, which contains codes for diseases of the circulatory system, including rheumatic fever, hypertension, and more. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Coding audits are commonly used to determine the need for focused coder education and training. Learn about key considerations for conducting coding audits and summarizing significant audit findings.
Review up-to-date novel coronavirus (COVID-19) documentation tips, ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidance, and advice for ensuring billing compliance during the public health emergency.
Physician practices have started reopening to patients but are not expecting a return to normal anytime soon. They continue to struggle with staffing shortages and lost revenue due to COVID-19 restrictions.
The American Hospital Association recently published a Coding Clinic Advisor FAQ regarding ICD-10-CM coding for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This article takes a closer look at the main topics addressed in the FAQ, including ICD-10-CM coding for COVID-19 antibody testing, virus signs and symptoms, and comorbidities.
In this article, Joel Moorhead, MD, PhD, CPC , breaks down ICD-10-CM code selection for cerebrovascular diseases, transient cerebral ischemic attacks, and peripheral neuropathies.
PEPPER is an acronym for the Program for Evaluating Payment Patterns Electronic Report . The PEPPER was originated by the Hospital Payment Monitoring Program (HPMP) and Quality Improvement Organizations.
On May 11, CMS issued its inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) proposed rule and policy changes for fiscal year (FY) 2021. The proposed rule includes ambitious policy changes showcasing CMS’ commitment to “transform the healthcare delivery system through competition and innovation while providing patients with better value and results.”
