Julia Kyles, CPC , summarizes the advice CMS provided during a January event about reporting HCPCS add-on code G2211 for increased complexity with E/M codes.
CMS retroactively added two new CPT codes for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine administration. The codes affect services rendered on or after October 6, 2023.
C. diff results from a disruption of the normal bacterial flora of the colon. Recognize the diagnostic criteria, treatment, and ICD-10-CM coding tips for reporting this disorder. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Aimee Wilcox, CPMA, CCS-P, CST, MA, MT, and Karla VonEschen, MS, CPC, CPMA, CCDS-O, look back at the progression of diagnosis and mortality coding before looking ahead to ICD-11 and how coding departments can prepare for it.
This article explains the quality metrics of hospital-acquired infections and accidental punctures and lacerations, and details how collaborative efforts can reduce these risks.
Our experts answer questions about CPT/HCPCS codes for reporting obesity counseling, HCPCS reporting for social determinants of health assessments, and more.
Shannon Oitker, MSN, RN , reviews the nine MS-DRGs for ventilator use, explains how DRGs are designed, and assesses whether hospitals are receiving adequate reimbursement for ventilation services.
Most fracture cases originate in the ED, so orthopedic coders must understand the various scenarios that may arise based on the patient’s condition and the intent of the performing clinician.
Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC , summarizes guidance from the 2024 first quarterly release of Coding Clinic , including reporting for postoperative complications, non-traumatic kidney injuries, and vertebral artery dissection.
Our experts answer questions about payer criteria for chronic kidney disease diagnoses, ICD-10-CM documentation requirements for reporting chronic pain syndrome, and more.
A recent study has suggested that COVID-19 patients who have a history of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at an increased risk of sepsis, shock, and acute kidney injury.
Although every professional may be different, there are a few tricks of the trade to building the right garden and letting your CDI department show off some of that natural talent.
TaraJo Vaught, MSN, RN, CCDS , shines a light on the crucial roles played by coding and CDI specialists, compares their respective realms, and offers insights for transitioning between them.
Terry Tropin, MSHAI, RHIA, CCS-P , explores the 2024 ICD-10-PCS updates that will become effective April 1. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has burst on the scene with numerous clinical and coding applications for providers. This article looks at how the technology can be used and where human oversight is still required.
A JAMA study published in January found that patients with the highest risk for severe COVID-19 infection received outpatient therapy less often than those with the least risk.
