The attached coding case studies detail appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM coding for the diagnosis and treatment of a Bartholin's gland cyst. Coding scenarios were written by Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer and an E/M and procedure-based coding, compliance, data charge entry, and HIPAA privacy specialist in Melba, Idaho.
Attached is an operative note describing treatment for a severe acute postpartum hemorrage. Coding and billing considerations for the scenrario are detailed.
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This sample UTI due to indwelling catheter query was provided by Erica Braun, MS, BSN, RN, CCDS, manager of inpatient coding and CDI at Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha.
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Coders can use the following tip sheet to determine the appropriate use of modifier -58. These tips are pulled from the HCPro book, JustCoding’s Guide to Modifiers: Hospital Outpatient Edition by Susan E. Garrison, CHCA, CHCA-S, CHC, CPC, CCS-P, CPAR, COC, executive vice president of Med Law Advisors in Atlanta.
