Building ICD-10-PCS codes for cardiovascular surgery can be tricky given the number of root operations that may apply. Sarah Gould, CPC , reviews cardiac anatomy and ICD-10-PCS guidelines for reporting cardiac insertion and bypass procedures. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
The heart is a restless organ whose constant rhythm is integral to normal bodily functions. Unfortunately, there are many maladies that can occur, as Linda Martien, CPC, CPC-I, COC, CPMA, CRC, explains through her review of normal cardiac pathophysiology and how to report common rhythm abnormalities in ICD-10-CM.
Hemodialysis involves diverting blood into an external machine, where it is filtered and returned to the body. Sarah Gould, CPC , describes the vascular surgical options for hemodialysis (fistulas and grafts), their various types, and how to report them in ICD-10-PCS. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Kate Siemens, RN, CMSRN, CCDS , offers her nursing and coding experience to explain postoperative ileus, a common complication after gastrointestinal surgery, and associated ICD-10-CM coding.
Shelley Safian, PhD, RHIA, CCS-P, COC, CPC-I, defines hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery (HALS) procedures and how to report them according to new guidance in the 2024 ICD-10-PCS guidelines. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
ICD-10-PCS provides many codes related to respiratory assistance, ECMO, and ultrasound for procedures for newborns/neonates. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC , reviews these procedures and offers clinical coding scenarios to clear up confusion. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Spinal fusions can effectively eliminate pain and restore stability to the spine. Learn how to apply ICD-10-PCS codes and guidelines for spinal fusions and related procedures. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
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.
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.
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.
Functional and structural disorders, infections, and irritations of the large intestine can cause debilitating digestive complications that require surgical intervention. Review ICD-10-PCS coding for colectomy and ostomy procedures. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
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.
Cerebrovascular accidents (CVA) are the fifth-leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Review ICD-10-CM coding for CVA and ICD-10-PCS coding for surgical interventions used to open blocked arteries. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
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.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) was the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2020 with 152,657 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read up on ICD-10-CM coding for different types of COPD including emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Findings from a recent medical record review published by JAMA Network Open show that physical assaults are often miscoded as accidents. Shelley C. Safian, PhD, RHIA, CCS-P, COC, CPC-I , breaks down ICD-10-CM coding for specific details about an injury or health event.
Adhere to ICD-10-PCS guidance for reporting multiple procedures and procedural components when coding for wound debridement and skin grafting. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Robotic and computer-assisted surgical procedures are still considered new technology despite having been used in the U.S. for many years. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG , unpacks ICD-10-PCS coding for surgeries performed using specialized software and robotic technology.
Coding and CDI professionals should understand disease processes for common inpatient diagnoses. Ronald Singell, RN, BSN, CCDS , writes about clinical indicators of disease for diabetic ketoacidosis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, and sequential organ failure.
Obesity has grown into a global epidemic with significant social and economic consequences. Review ICD-10-CM coding for obesity and other weight-related conditions, and ICD-10-PCS coding for surgical interventions used to maintain a healthy weight. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
