Q: In the 2026 ICD-10-CM update, in the neoplasm chapter there are some added specific codes for inflammatory neoplasm of the breast. How do those differ from other types of breast cancer?
Q: The 2026 ICD-10-CM code update, effective October 1, 2025, has new codes for flank tenderness (R10.8A-) and flank pain (R10.A-). What's the difference between pain and tenderness?
Q: What if a provider sends a summary of their visit with a patient to the patient’s primary care provider. Is this considered a “discussion” of patient management?
Q: What’s the difference between CPT code 90791 (Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation) and 90792 (Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services)?
Q: A 64-year-old established female patient visits the orthopedic office for ankle pain and swelling. She stepped off the curb yesterday afternoon to get the mail and missed a step, her sandal caught the edge of the curb and she rolled her right ankle. Physical examination shows notable swelling in the right ankle. Full range of motion, although patient complains of discomfort on extension and flexion. Able to weight bear. X-rays negative for fracture. Based on medical decision-making rules, what would this be coded as?
