Laurie L. Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC , reviews Coding Clinic , First Quarter 2020, guidance, which includes topics such as reporting vaping-related disorders, malnutrition, and bariatric procedures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Determine the impact of new regulatory relief for hospitals regarding outpatient services and telehealth originating site services provided to patients at alternate locations, including their homes.
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.
