Encephalopathy refers to any disease of the brain that alters its function or structure. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, breaks down documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding for toxic, acute, and chronic encephalopathy.
The term “stroke” or cerebrovascular accident (CVA) indicates an interruption in blood flow to the brain. Nancy Reading, RN, CPC, CPC-P , reviews strokes and explains how coders should report them and their treatment in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.
Physicians have found ways to treat many congenital defects in utero, enabling the neonate to be born without defects. Shelley C. Safian, PhD, RHIA, CCS-P, COC, CPC-I, details ICD-10-CM coding for common birth defects, and ICD-10-PCS and HCPCS Level II coding for their treatment.
Pneumonia is the eighth-leading cause of death in the U.S. This article outlines signs and symptoms of respiratory infection, pneumonia etiologies, and ICD-10-CM coding for complex pneumonia. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of cardiac rhythm disorder in the U.S. This article defines the condition, reviews relevant ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, and provides documentation and reporting guidance from experts. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
CMS released the fiscal year (FY) 2024 IPPS proposed rule on April 10. The document contains proposals for 395 new, 12 revised, and 25 invalidated ICD-10-CM codes.
Coding audits are often a source of irritation in small and large practices alike. This article covers common misconceptions about the auditing process and offers tips from experts on how to correct them.
Kerri Swart, RN, CCRN, CCDS, writes about how a previously 100%on-site CDI program shifted to remote work and maintained productivity and education standards.
CMS proposes 395 new, 12 revised, and 25 invalidated codes for implementation in October, according to the 2024 IPPS proposed rule. Read up on the changes which, if finalized, will have an impact on reimbursement and documentation.
Approximately 1.7 million adults in America develop sepsis each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Review documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding for severe sepsis. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is used ubiquitously in medical records. Nancy Reading, RN, CPC , breaks down CHF types and pathophysiology, and discusses ICD-10-CM coding for the condition.
Trey La Charité, MD, FACP, SFHM, CCS, CCDS , discusses how the 2023 ICD-10-CM guidelines update the instructions for reporting intraoperative care complications.
When reporting ICD-10-CM codes for encephalopathy with comorbidities, coders must carefully review documentation to determine which conditions are separately reportable. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG , breaks down ICD-10-CM reporting guidance for complex cases of encephalopathy.
The beginning of March brought the release of the first quarter 2023 Coding Clinic . Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC, summarizes key information provided in this publication, including analysis of ICD-10-CM guidelines , code changes, and coding Q&As.
Hypothyroidism is a common chronic disorder that involves the underproduction of the thyroxine hormone. This article defines hypothyroidism, reviews relevant ICD-10-CM codes, and provides insight from experts. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Though outpatient settings have in some form been reviewed by CDI specialists practically since CDI itself started, this progress remains slow and steady for a reason.
Approximately 1.7 million adults in America develop sepsis each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Review documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding for severe sepsis.
Expanding into psychiatric units or facilities is a step that CDI programs may take because of their current patient population, a newly acquired center, or just another chance to improve their risk adjustment factor (RAF) score.
Encephalopathy refers to any disease of the brain that alters its function or structure. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG , breaks down documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding for toxic, acute, and chronic encephalopathy.
Clinical documentation and ICD-10-CM coding terminology for neonatal conditions do not always match. Review documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding guidelines for reporting common neonatal diagnoses, as well as advice for querying pediatric healthcare providers.
