ICD-10 Coding Alert
Fractures:
Underlying Condition Will Be Key to Choosing Pathological Fracture Diagnosis
This common diagnosis supporting vertebroplasty will become more inclusive. When your ... Read more
Underlying Condition Will Be Key to Choosing Pathological Fracture Diagnosis
This common diagnosis supporting vertebroplasty will become more inclusive. When your ... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Drill Down for Functional Dyspepsia Specifics With K30
Hint: You cannot report K30 for psychogenic dyspepsia. When reporting a diagnosis of f... Read more
Drill Down for Functional Dyspepsia Specifics With K30
Hint: You cannot report K30 for psychogenic dyspepsia. When reporting a diagnosis of f... Read more
Mental Disorders:
Don't Have A Seizure Over Choosing Dx for Mental Disorder Presentations In The ED
Watch for specificity in documentation to select the most granular code listed for subst... Read more
Don't Have A Seizure Over Choosing Dx for Mental Disorder Presentations In The ED
Watch for specificity in documentation to select the most granular code listed for subst... Read more
Specialty Corners:
Ob-gyn: Effortlessly Transition to Mild Pre-Eclampsia Diagnoses in 2014
Your ob-gyn needs to start documenting the pre-eclampsia severity. Pre-eclampsia is a ... Read more
Ob-gyn: Effortlessly Transition to Mild Pre-Eclampsia Diagnoses in 2014
Your ob-gyn needs to start documenting the pre-eclampsia severity. Pre-eclampsia is a ... Read more
Cardiology:
R07.89 Lets You Report Chest Pressure and More as of Oct. 1
Following inclusion notes will keep your coding on track. Once ICD-10-CM is implemente... Read more
R07.89 Lets You Report Chest Pressure and More as of Oct. 1
Following inclusion notes will keep your coding on track. Once ICD-10-CM is implemente... Read more
General Surgery:
Consolidate Esophageal Cancer Codes
Look for ‘in situ’ direct crosswalk. Here’s a rarity for you —... Read more
Consolidate Esophageal Cancer Codes
Look for ‘in situ’ direct crosswalk. Here’s a rarity for you —... Read more
Reader Question:
Check Out How DCIS Will Change in 2014
Question: Will DCIS still be one code in ICD-10? What about for the history code V13.8? ... Read more
Check Out How DCIS Will Change in 2014
Question: Will DCIS still be one code in ICD-10? What about for the history code V13.8? ... Read more
Reader Question:
What Diagnosis Is Best for Second Prostate Biopsy?
Question: A patient was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012 with a positive prostate ... Read more
What Diagnosis Is Best for Second Prostate Biopsy?
Question: A patient was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012 with a positive prostate ... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Get Specific With Pressure Ulcer Coding in ICD-10
Reporting multiple ulcers? Next year, reduce confusion with separate codes for bilateral... Read more
Get Specific With Pressure Ulcer Coding in ICD-10
Reporting multiple ulcers? Next year, reduce confusion with separate codes for bilateral... Read more
Documentation:
Look to F50 Series for Eating Disorder Diagnoses
Hint: Distinguish from binge eating or purging type to nail the ICD-10 diagnosis. When... Read more
Look to F50 Series for Eating Disorder Diagnoses
Hint: Distinguish from binge eating or purging type to nail the ICD-10 diagnosis. When... Read more
Guidelines:
Watch ICD-10 Dominant Side Guidelines With CVA Sequelae
Welcome a robust selection of combination codes. Under ICD-10, coding for the sequelae... Read more
Watch ICD-10 Dominant Side Guidelines With CVA Sequelae
Welcome a robust selection of combination codes. Under ICD-10, coding for the sequelae... Read more
Anesthesia:
Get Specifics About Pacemaker Adjustments for ICD-10 Success
Hint: Z45 family will draw lines between battery and other parts. When your anesthesia... Read more
Get Specifics About Pacemaker Adjustments for ICD-10 Success
Hint: Z45 family will draw lines between battery and other parts. When your anesthesia... Read more
Otolaryngology:
Know the Rhinitis Cause to Report This Dx Under ICD-10
You’ll be checking the ‘J30.x’ section to find the right rhinitis code... Read more
Know the Rhinitis Cause to Report This Dx Under ICD-10
You’ll be checking the ‘J30.x’ section to find the right rhinitis code... Read more
Pathology:
T86.1 Expands Kidney Transplant Rejection Code Options
996.81 won’t find a direct equivalent in ICD-10. If your lab monitors immunosupp... Read more
T86.1 Expands Kidney Transplant Rejection Code Options
996.81 won’t find a direct equivalent in ICD-10. If your lab monitors immunosupp... Read more
Reader Question:
Consider ICD-10 Options for CHF Patient
Question: Our patient has a principal diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF). She a... Read more
Consider ICD-10 Options for CHF Patient
Question: Our patient has a principal diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF). She a... Read more
Reader Question:
Use This "Z" Code for Gastrostomy Encounter
Question: How should I report a gastrostomy encounter in ICD-10? Texas Subscriber ... Read more
Use This "Z" Code for Gastrostomy Encounter
Question: How should I report a gastrostomy encounter in ICD-10? Texas Subscriber ... Read more
Reader Question:
Q24.5 Doesn't Apply to RI
Question: Should I code the presence of a ramus intermedius as an anomaly? Codi... Read more
Q24.5 Doesn't Apply to RI
Question: Should I code the presence of a ramus intermedius as an anomaly? Codi... Read more
Reader Question:
Code Thoroughly for Infected Vein Graft Site
Question: Our patient has a diagnosis of internal dehiscence of an infected vein graft s... Read more
Code Thoroughly for Infected Vein Graft Site
Question: Our patient has a diagnosis of internal dehiscence of an infected vein graft s... Read more
ICD-10-PCS:
Expand Your Documentation To Report Transfusion of Packed Cells (RBC) Next October
Get “autologous” and “non-autologous” straight in your mind. Y... Read more
Expand Your Documentation To Report Transfusion of Packed Cells (RBC) Next October
Get “autologous” and “non-autologous” straight in your mind. Y... Read more
Documentation:
T82.- Codes for Cardiac Device Complications Demand A Lot of Details
Check for the specific problem before using these 996.71-996.72 replacements. If you h... Read more
T82.- Codes for Cardiac Device Complications Demand A Lot of Details
Check for the specific problem before using these 996.71-996.72 replacements. If you h... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Enjoy Clear Distinction for Rett's Syndrome With F84.2
Use additional code for any associated intellectual disabilities. If your psychiatrist... Read more
Enjoy Clear Distinction for Rett's Syndrome With F84.2
Use additional code for any associated intellectual disabilities. If your psychiatrist... Read more
Radiology:
Upgrade Your Patellar Open Fracture Reporting
First confirm type and then look to morphology and laterality. When reporting ICD-10 c... Read more
Upgrade Your Patellar Open Fracture Reporting
First confirm type and then look to morphology and laterality. When reporting ICD-10 c... Read more
Start Memorizing This Pregnancy Code In Place of V22.2
Don’t overlook this Excludes1 notation. When a patient reports to your practice ... Read more
Don’t overlook this Excludes1 notation. When a patient reports to your practice ... Read more
Reader Question:
Device Key Simplifies Choosing PCS Character 6
Question: My physician inserted a “sirolimus-eluting coronary stent.” H... Read more
Device Key Simplifies Choosing PCS Character 6
Question: My physician inserted a “sirolimus-eluting coronary stent.” H... Read more
Reader Question:
Here's What You Can Do to Get Ready for ICD-10
Question: What should we be doing now to prepare for the ICD-10 transition? Answe... Read more
Here's What You Can Do to Get Ready for ICD-10
Question: What should we be doing now to prepare for the ICD-10 transition? Answe... Read more
News You Can Use:
Conversion to ICD-10 Won't Be A Huge Financial Burden, CMS Reps Say
Plus: ICD-10 claims will allow you to submit the letters as either upper or lowercase, C... Read more
Conversion to ICD-10 Won't Be A Huge Financial Burden, CMS Reps Say
Plus: ICD-10 claims will allow you to submit the letters as either upper or lowercase, C... Read more
Tools:
Pinpoint Your Rib ICD-10-CM Fracture Code Using This Chart
Don’t overlook your “bilateral” option for a multiple rib fracture sit... Read more
Pinpoint Your Rib ICD-10-CM Fracture Code Using This Chart
Don’t overlook your “bilateral” option for a multiple rib fracture sit... Read more
Training:
Debunk These 4 ICD-10 Myths and Mysteries
Aftercare codes won’t be a thing of the past in ICD-10. With the healthcare indu... Read more
Debunk These 4 ICD-10 Myths and Mysteries
Aftercare codes won’t be a thing of the past in ICD-10. With the healthcare indu... Read more
Oncology:
Navigate Your Way To The Right Neurofibromatosis Codes
Look for skin changes, hearing loss to ascertain the type of disease. When reporting n... Read more
Navigate Your Way To The Right Neurofibromatosis Codes
Look for skin changes, hearing loss to ascertain the type of disease. When reporting n... Read more
Anesthesia:
Continue to Focus on Gangrene and Obstruction to Untangle Umbilical Hernia Diagnoses
ICD-10 keeps 3 code choices for you. When your anesthesiologist is involved with a cas... Read more
Continue to Focus on Gangrene and Obstruction to Untangle Umbilical Hernia Diagnoses
ICD-10 keeps 3 code choices for you. When your anesthesiologist is involved with a cas... Read more
Internal Medicine:
Broader Reporting Options For Anorectal Abscess
Hint: Use separate code when you clinician diagnoses anal and rectal abscesses. When y... Read more
Broader Reporting Options For Anorectal Abscess
Hint: Use separate code when you clinician diagnoses anal and rectal abscesses. When y... Read more
Reader Question:
Take a Peek at ICD-10 External Cause Coding
Question: I’m wondering what external cause coding will look like in ICD-10. Could... Read more
Take a Peek at ICD-10 External Cause Coding
Question: I’m wondering what external cause coding will look like in ICD-10. Could... Read more
Reader Question:
Decide Between Z51.11 and Z51.12
Question: How do I choose between V58.11 and V58.12? Illinois Subscriber Answer: ... Read more
Decide Between Z51.11 and Z51.12
Question: How do I choose between V58.11 and V58.12? Illinois Subscriber Answer: ... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Segregate Your Diabetes Mellitus Codes Based on Type
Hint: Use fourth and fifth digit expansion to specify complications. When your physici... Read more
Segregate Your Diabetes Mellitus Codes Based on Type
Hint: Use fourth and fifth digit expansion to specify complications. When your physici... Read more
Training:
Let 4 FAQs Help Guide Your ICD-10 Focus
Don’t limit your training to code selection alone. The ICD-10 implementation dea... Read more
Let 4 FAQs Help Guide Your ICD-10 Focus
Don’t limit your training to code selection alone. The ICD-10 implementation dea... Read more
Worker's Comp:
Some Worker's Compensation Insurers May Opt out of ICD-10, CMS Says
But Medicare and Medicaid plans will not give you an extension past Oct. 1, 2014, the ag... Read more
Some Worker's Compensation Insurers May Opt out of ICD-10, CMS Says
But Medicare and Medicaid plans will not give you an extension past Oct. 1, 2014, the ag... Read more
Cardiology:
Z45.0- Will Help You Report Cardiac Device Encounters Next Year
Prepare to distinguish between pacemaker battery and other parts. ICD-10 will require ... Read more
Z45.0- Will Help You Report Cardiac Device Encounters Next Year
Prepare to distinguish between pacemaker battery and other parts. ICD-10 will require ... Read more
General Surgery:
870-897 Open Wound Options Explode to S00-S99 ICD-10 Categories
Expect more detail for wound type, location. If you thought ICD-9 provided a lot of gr... Read more
870-897 Open Wound Options Explode to S00-S99 ICD-10 Categories
Expect more detail for wound type, location. If you thought ICD-9 provided a lot of gr... Read more
Orthopedics:
Crack This Chronic Neck Pain Code Equivalent in ICD-10
ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes share a common descriptor. Chronic pain the neck is a common di... Read more
Crack This Chronic Neck Pain Code Equivalent in ICD-10
ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes share a common descriptor. Chronic pain the neck is a common di... Read more
Reader Question:
Expand Your Jaw Pain Diagnosis in 2014
Question: What diagnosis should I use for jaw pain due to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ... Read more
Expand Your Jaw Pain Diagnosis in 2014
Question: What diagnosis should I use for jaw pain due to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ... Read more
Reader Question:
Master Your MTHFR Codes
Question: What is MTHFR, and what codes should I report for it? Kentucky Subscriber ... Read more
Master Your MTHFR Codes
Question: What is MTHFR, and what codes should I report for it? Kentucky Subscriber ... Read more
Documentation:
Untangle Umbilical Hernia Diagnosis Knots With Simple Transition to K42
Hint: Presence or absence of gangrene is still the deciding factor to arrive at the righ... Read more
Untangle Umbilical Hernia Diagnosis Knots With Simple Transition to K42
Hint: Presence or absence of gangrene is still the deciding factor to arrive at the righ... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Transform How You Report V Codes Into Z Codes in 2014
5 fill-in-the-blanks challenge your "encounter" diagnosis know-how. The V co... Read more
Transform How You Report V Codes Into Z Codes in 2014
5 fill-in-the-blanks challenge your "encounter" diagnosis know-how. The V co... Read more
Specificity:
Rely On Separate Distinction for Asperger's Syndrome With F84.5
Single code removes the confusion of identifying active/residual states. When you begi... Read more
Rely On Separate Distinction for Asperger's Syndrome With F84.5
Single code removes the confusion of identifying active/residual states. When you begi... Read more
Multi-specialty:
I49.3 Gives Ventricular Premature Beats Their Own Code in 2014
Term swap: ICD-10 uses ‘depolarization’ instead of ‘beats.’ Ma... Read more
I49.3 Gives Ventricular Premature Beats Their Own Code in 2014
Term swap: ICD-10 uses ‘depolarization’ instead of ‘beats.’ Ma... Read more
Ob-gyn:
Break Your 626.9 Unspecified Code Into 2 More Specific Options
Don’t overlook these Excludes notes. Vaginal bleeding other than a normal menstr... Read more
Break Your 626.9 Unspecified Code Into 2 More Specific Options
Don’t overlook these Excludes notes. Vaginal bleeding other than a normal menstr... Read more
Pediatrics:
Look to 'A' Codes to Report Rotavirus Under ICD-10
Your coding options next October will fortunately be transitioned on a one-to-one basis.... Read more
Look to 'A' Codes to Report Rotavirus Under ICD-10
Your coding options next October will fortunately be transitioned on a one-to-one basis.... Read more
Pathology:
Make This Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis Transition
Use additional codes for functional activity. Unlike many conditions that have greater... Read more
Make This Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis Transition
Use additional codes for functional activity. Unlike many conditions that have greater... Read more
Reader Question:
I20.8 and I20.9 Applies to Angina After Infarction, Too
Question: Should I report 411.0 for postinfarction angina? New Jersey Subscriber An... Read more
I20.8 and I20.9 Applies to Angina After Infarction, Too
Question: Should I report 411.0 for postinfarction angina? New Jersey Subscriber An... Read more
Reader Question:
Try Coding Embolization for Epistaxis
Question: Following transfemoral diagnostic cerebral angiography, how should I report On... Read more
Try Coding Embolization for Epistaxis
Question: Following transfemoral diagnostic cerebral angiography, how should I report On... Read more
Reader Question:
Focus on 6 Big-Picture Differences Between ICD-9 and ICD-10
Question: I’ve seen so much information about transitioning to ICD-10 that I&rsquo... Read more
Focus on 6 Big-Picture Differences Between ICD-9 and ICD-10
Question: I’ve seen so much information about transitioning to ICD-10 that I&rsquo... Read more
ICD-10-PCS:
Select The Appropriate Cesarean Procedure and Diagnosis Codes With This Advice
For a cesarean, ICD-10-CM guidelines say to use this code as your primary dx. Although... Read more
Select The Appropriate Cesarean Procedure and Diagnosis Codes With This Advice
For a cesarean, ICD-10-CM guidelines say to use this code as your primary dx. Although... Read more
Documentation Spotlight:
Enjoy Straightforward Transition For Paralytic Ileus With K56.0
Hint: Distinguish from gallstone ileus or duodenal ileus to correctly nail the diagnosis... Read more
Enjoy Straightforward Transition For Paralytic Ileus With K56.0
Hint: Distinguish from gallstone ileus or duodenal ileus to correctly nail the diagnosis... Read more
Training:
Focus Your Practice's ICD-10 Prep With CMS Resources
Don’t miss partial code freeze breather. The countdown to ICD-10 stands at just ... Read more
Focus Your Practice's ICD-10 Prep With CMS Resources
Don’t miss partial code freeze breather. The countdown to ICD-10 stands at just ... Read more
Multispecialty:
Don't Let Your 2014 "Anxiety" Diagnosis Make You Anxious
You have a one-to-one correlation, but you do have a descriptor change. “Anxiety... Read more
Don't Let Your 2014 "Anxiety" Diagnosis Make You Anxious
You have a one-to-one correlation, but you do have a descriptor change. “Anxiety... Read more
Cardiology:
I49.3 Gives Ventricular Premature Beats Their Own Code in 2014
Term swap: ICD-10 uses ‘depolarization’ instead of ‘beats.’ A ... Read more
I49.3 Gives Ventricular Premature Beats Their Own Code in 2014
Term swap: ICD-10 uses ‘depolarization’ instead of ‘beats.’ A ... Read more
Anesthesia:
Watch for Straight Crossover for Intracranial and Intraspinal Abscesses
Diagnosis code choice will remain simple in 2014. When your anesthesia provider is inv... Read more
Watch for Straight Crossover for Intracranial and Intraspinal Abscesses
Diagnosis code choice will remain simple in 2014. When your anesthesia provider is inv... Read more
Oncology:
C56.- Range Offers Distinct Left and Right Ovary Neoplasm Options
Check the index before reporting carcinoma in situ. You can expect to have a few more ... Read more
C56.- Range Offers Distinct Left and Right Ovary Neoplasm Options
Check the index before reporting carcinoma in situ. You can expect to have a few more ... Read more
Reader Question:
Pinpoint the Correct Code for C-Section Wound Seroma
Question: What diagnosis code should I report for “c-section wound seroma?” ... Read more
Pinpoint the Correct Code for C-Section Wound Seroma
Question: What diagnosis code should I report for “c-section wound seroma?” ... Read more
Reader Question:
Document Either "Allergic" or "Irritant" for Poison Ivy ICD-10 Diagnosis
Question: I’m having trouble finding a diagnosis code for 96372 when the physician... Read more
Document Either "Allergic" or "Irritant" for Poison Ivy ICD-10 Diagnosis
Question: I’m having trouble finding a diagnosis code for 96372 when the physician... Read more
Reader Question:
R93.8 Solves Endometrial Fluid Question
Question: I’m coding an ultrasound note. What diagnosis code should I report for f... Read more
R93.8 Solves Endometrial Fluid Question
Question: I’m coding an ultrasound note. What diagnosis code should I report for f... Read more
Reader Question:
Apply the Same Rules to Z85.810
Question: A patient completed radiation treatment for tongue cancer. Less than five year... Read more
Apply the Same Rules to Z85.810
Question: A patient completed radiation treatment for tongue cancer. Less than five year... Read more
Specificity:
Apply These Laterality, Episode of CareTips For Pediatric Presentations
It’s not just your P’s and Q’s that need minding under ICD-10, keep an... Read more
Apply These Laterality, Episode of CareTips For Pediatric Presentations
It’s not just your P’s and Q’s that need minding under ICD-10, keep an... Read more
Documentation:
S82.84- Demands Multiple Details for Bimalleolar Ankle Fractures
Follow the guidelines if documentation doesn’t indicate displaced or nondisplaced.... Read more
S82.84- Demands Multiple Details for Bimalleolar Ankle Fractures
Follow the guidelines if documentation doesn’t indicate displaced or nondisplaced.... Read more
Coding Quiz:
Take This Migraine Signs and Symptoms ICD-10 Challenge
Try your hand at looking up these signs and symptom equivalents. With ICD-10 looming i... Read more
Take This Migraine Signs and Symptoms ICD-10 Challenge
Try your hand at looking up these signs and symptom equivalents. With ICD-10 looming i... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
F34.0 Allows Straightforward Crossover For Cyclothymia in ICD-10
Hint: The inclusions and exclusions lists are also similar to corresponding ICD-9 code. ... Read more
F34.0 Allows Straightforward Crossover For Cyclothymia in ICD-10
Hint: The inclusions and exclusions lists are also similar to corresponding ICD-9 code. ... Read more
Oncology:
C71.5 Says 'Cerebral Ventricle,' But Watch the Fourth Ventricle Neoplasm Exception
At first glance, brain cancer codes appear to have a direct crossover from ICD-9-CM to I... Read more
C71.5 Says 'Cerebral Ventricle,' But Watch the Fourth Ventricle Neoplasm Exception
At first glance, brain cancer codes appear to have a direct crossover from ICD-9-CM to I... Read more
Pediatrics:
Prep Now for Next Year's Croup Coding Transition
Be ready to signify the cause of the croup under ICD-10. Coding for children with crou... Read more
Prep Now for Next Year's Croup Coding Transition
Be ready to signify the cause of the croup under ICD-10. Coding for children with crou... Read more
Neurology & Pain Management:
Neck Pain Will Have an Easy Code Switch in ICD-10
Descriptor won’t even change from 723.1 to M54.2. Chronic neck pain is one of th... Read more
Neck Pain Will Have an Easy Code Switch in ICD-10
Descriptor won’t even change from 723.1 to M54.2. Chronic neck pain is one of th... Read more
Reader Question:
Review These ICD-9, ICD-10 Differences
Question: What are the main differences between ICD-9 and ICD-10? South Carolina Sub... Read more
Review These ICD-9, ICD-10 Differences
Question: What are the main differences between ICD-9 and ICD-10? South Carolina Sub... Read more
Reader Question:
Wait Until Oct. 1, 2014, to Use ICD-10
Question: Our practice is considering submitting claims with ICD-10 codes before the imp... Read more
Wait Until Oct. 1, 2014, to Use ICD-10
Question: Our practice is considering submitting claims with ICD-10 codes before the imp... Read more
PSC:
Research How to Report Radiation Oncology Procedures in ICD-10-PCS
Highlight this character for the radioactive isotope. When you prepare to report a rad... Read more
Research How to Report Radiation Oncology Procedures in ICD-10-PCS
Highlight this character for the radioactive isotope. When you prepare to report a rad... Read more
Documentation:
K86.0 Will Offer a Specific Code for Alcohol-Induced Chronic Pancreatitis in 2014
Acute and chronic forms will still have separate options under the new code set. Discu... Read more
K86.0 Will Offer a Specific Code for Alcohol-Induced Chronic Pancreatitis in 2014
Acute and chronic forms will still have separate options under the new code set. Discu... Read more
News You Can Use:
Get Ready for NCD Changes to Parallel ICD-10 Implementation
Your ‘covered diagnoses’ lists will accommodate new code set. You know tha... Read more
Get Ready for NCD Changes to Parallel ICD-10 Implementation
Your ‘covered diagnoses’ lists will accommodate new code set. You know tha... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Get Set For Broader Reporting Options For Acute Respiratory Failure
Hint: Post-procedural respiratory failure should still be reported differently as in ICD... Read more
Get Set For Broader Reporting Options For Acute Respiratory Failure
Hint: Post-procedural respiratory failure should still be reported differently as in ICD... Read more
General Surgery:
I82.4-- Names Vessels for Lower Extremity Embolism/Thrombosis
That’s a change from 453.4x ICD-9 terminology. Right now, knowing whether a lowe... Read more
I82.4-- Names Vessels for Lower Extremity Embolism/Thrombosis
That’s a change from 453.4x ICD-9 terminology. Right now, knowing whether a lowe... Read more
Ob-gyn:
Adopt This Anemia Diagnosis Code Transformation
Hint: Look elsewhere for anemia due to iron-deficiency. Anemia is a condition that occ... Read more
Adopt This Anemia Diagnosis Code Transformation
Hint: Look elsewhere for anemia due to iron-deficiency. Anemia is a condition that occ... Read more
Cardiology:
443.9 Will Translate to I73.9 for Next Year's PVD Cases
Check the I73.- range notes to keep up with all excluded diagnoses. When documentation... Read more
443.9 Will Translate to I73.9 for Next Year's PVD Cases
Check the I73.- range notes to keep up with all excluded diagnoses. When documentation... Read more
Neurosurgery:
ICD-10 Switch Is Simple For Intracranial And Intraspinal Abscesses
You have a one-to-one match with ICD-9 codes. For intracranial and intraspinal abscess... Read more
ICD-10 Switch Is Simple For Intracranial And Intraspinal Abscesses
You have a one-to-one match with ICD-9 codes. For intracranial and intraspinal abscess... Read more
Otolaryngology:
Treat "Unspecified" Viral Infection Dx Carefully -- You May Have a Better Choice
Good news: Code 079.99 has a one-to-one relationship. A viral infection is caused by a... Read more
Treat "Unspecified" Viral Infection Dx Carefully -- You May Have a Better Choice
Good news: Code 079.99 has a one-to-one relationship. A viral infection is caused by a... Read more
Reader Question:
Check Your ICD-10 Progress Against These CMS Timelines
Question: I’m not sure if we’re in line for implementing ICD-10 by the Octob... Read more
Check Your ICD-10 Progress Against These CMS Timelines
Question: I’m not sure if we’re in line for implementing ICD-10 by the Octob... Read more
Reader Question:
Start With Z87.2 for Atypical Nevus Diagnosis
Question: I can’t seem to find a clear diagnosis code for personal history of atyp... Read more
Start With Z87.2 for Atypical Nevus Diagnosis
Question: I can’t seem to find a clear diagnosis code for personal history of atyp... Read more
Reader Question:
Use Z71.9 or Z71.89 for Visit to Discuss Lab Tests
Question: A patient would like to schedule an appointment with her physician to review l... Read more
Use Z71.9 or Z71.89 for Visit to Discuss Lab Tests
Question: A patient would like to schedule an appointment with her physician to review l... Read more
Reader Question:
Report Reason for Admission Before Underlying Condition
Question: The admitting physician documented alcoholic gastritis due to chronic alcoholi... Read more
Report Reason for Admission Before Underlying Condition
Question: The admitting physician documented alcoholic gastritis due to chronic alcoholi... Read more
Reader Question:
Few Details for Venous Insufficiency Lead to I87.2 or I87.9
Question: A CRNA performed an IV insertion on a patient who was in the GI lab. The reaso... Read more
Few Details for Venous Insufficiency Lead to I87.2 or I87.9
Question: A CRNA performed an IV insertion on a patient who was in the GI lab. The reaso... Read more
Coding Conventions:
Good News: You Can Apply This Old ICD-9 Rule to ICD-10
If you understand these familiar phrases, then you know more than you think you do. As... Read more
Good News: You Can Apply This Old ICD-9 Rule to ICD-10
If you understand these familiar phrases, then you know more than you think you do. As... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
Expand Your PTSD Coding Options With F43.1-
Hint: Don’t code diagnosis of adjustment disorder under F43.1. When you begin us... Read more
Expand Your PTSD Coding Options With F43.1-
Hint: Don’t code diagnosis of adjustment disorder under F43.1. When you begin us... Read more
Documentation:
Reflect "With or Without Ascites" When Reporting Alcoholic Cirrhosis of Liver
Look at detailed exclusions list to differentiate other causes of cirrhosis. If your g... Read more
Reflect "With or Without Ascites" When Reporting Alcoholic Cirrhosis of Liver
Look at detailed exclusions list to differentiate other causes of cirrhosis. If your g... Read more
7th Character:
Follow These Simple Tips for Submitting An Infected Surgical Wounds Diagnosis
Hint: Identify the infection and document an infected device, if any. When selecting t... Read more
Follow These Simple Tips for Submitting An Infected Surgical Wounds Diagnosis
Hint: Identify the infection and document an infected device, if any. When selecting t... Read more
Urology:
Expand Your Undescended, Retractile Testicle Diagnoses in 2014
Make sure your urologist gets specific in his documentation. When your urologist perfo... Read more
Expand Your Undescended, Retractile Testicle Diagnoses in 2014
Make sure your urologist gets specific in his documentation. When your urologist perfo... Read more
Pediatrics:
Know the Rhinitis Cause to Report This Dx Under ICD-10
You’ll be checking the ‘J30.x’ section to find the right rhinitis code... Read more
Know the Rhinitis Cause to Report This Dx Under ICD-10
You’ll be checking the ‘J30.x’ section to find the right rhinitis code... Read more
Neurosurgery:
ICD-10 Switch Is Simple For Intracranial And Intraspinal Abscesses
You have a one-to-one match with ICD-9 codes. For intracranial and intraspinal abscess... Read more
ICD-10 Switch Is Simple For Intracranial And Intraspinal Abscesses
You have a one-to-one match with ICD-9 codes. For intracranial and intraspinal abscess... Read more
Reader Question:
Match Mesothelioma Case to Codes
Question: What are the proper codes for this encounter? The diagnosis is malignant pleur... Read more
Match Mesothelioma Case to Codes
Question: What are the proper codes for this encounter? The diagnosis is malignant pleur... Read more
Reader Question:
Tackle Upper and Lower Extremity X-Rays
Question: In a single session, we performed standing AP, lateral, and tangential views o... Read more
Tackle Upper and Lower Extremity X-Rays
Question: In a single session, we performed standing AP, lateral, and tangential views o... Read more
Reader Question:
Decide Whether the Delivery Is Complicated or Normal
Question: I am looking for some ICD-9 codes for a patient who delivers in a car, home,&n... Read more
Decide Whether the Delivery Is Complicated or Normal
Question: I am looking for some ICD-9 codes for a patient who delivers in a car, home,&n... Read more
PCS:
Clarify How PCS Works By Observing the Obstetrics Section 1
Here’s why you should start memorizing 10E0XZZ. If you’re looking for a su... Read more
Clarify How PCS Works By Observing the Obstetrics Section 1
Here’s why you should start memorizing 10E0XZZ. If you’re looking for a su... Read more
Diagnosis Spotlight:
F40 Takes the Anxiety Out of Your Agoraphobia Reporting
Tip: Occurrence or absence of panic attack is still the key to accurate reporting. Whe... Read more
F40 Takes the Anxiety Out of Your Agoraphobia Reporting
Tip: Occurrence or absence of panic attack is still the key to accurate reporting. Whe... Read more
Fifth and Sixth Characters:
Look for Close Malignant Skin Neoplasm Crosswalk
Melanoma and more report to different codes. Not a lot will change once you start repo... Read more
Look for Close Malignant Skin Neoplasm Crosswalk
Melanoma and more report to different codes. Not a lot will change once you start repo... Read more
Orthopedics:
Report Non-traumatic Rotator Cuff Tears With Confidence
Laterality guides your choice for partial and complete tears. When you report non-trau... Read more
Report Non-traumatic Rotator Cuff Tears With Confidence
Laterality guides your choice for partial and complete tears. When you report non-trau... Read more
Cardiology:
416.8 Unfolds Into 2 New Pulmonary Heart Disease Options
Keep a close eye out for ‘secondary’ to ensure you choose the appropriate co... Read more
416.8 Unfolds Into 2 New Pulmonary Heart Disease Options
Keep a close eye out for ‘secondary’ to ensure you choose the appropriate co... Read more
Oncology:
Z15 and V84 Trade Places in 2014 for Coding Neoplasm
Follow instructions to include code for current neoplasm and family history, too. You ... Read more
Z15 and V84 Trade Places in 2014 for Coding Neoplasm
Follow instructions to include code for current neoplasm and family history, too. You ... Read more
Reader Question:
A Suspected Problem Means You Should Report Z36
Question: We have an ob patient that is 21 weeks pregnant that had a transvaginal u... Read more
A Suspected Problem Means You Should Report Z36
Question: We have an ob patient that is 21 weeks pregnant that had a transvaginal u... Read more
Reader Question:
S92.32-- Is for Initial Fracture Diagnosis
Question: A patient was treated for a fracture of the second metatarsal. Four weeks late... Read more
S92.32-- Is for Initial Fracture Diagnosis
Question: A patient was treated for a fracture of the second metatarsal. Four weeks late... Read more
Reader Question:
Look for Greater Specifics with ICD-10 Cancer Codes
Question: How should we code malignant breast cancer with metastasis to liver and bone? ... Read more
Look for Greater Specifics with ICD-10 Cancer Codes
Question: How should we code malignant breast cancer with metastasis to liver and bone? ... Read more
Orthopedics In-Depth:
Justify Your Choice of Jones Fracture Code in ICD-10
Confirm side of foot and displacement of fracture. ICD-9 offers only a single code for... Read more
Justify Your Choice of Jones Fracture Code in ICD-10
Confirm side of foot and displacement of fracture. ICD-9 offers only a single code for... Read more
Diagnostic Spotlight:
Gastric Ulcers Morph to K25 in ICD-10
Observe minor changes to list of inclusions and exclusions. When you report gastric ul... Read more
Gastric Ulcers Morph to K25 in ICD-10
Observe minor changes to list of inclusions and exclusions. When you report gastric ul... Read more
Fifth and Sixth Digits:
S21.1_ Adds Detail Beyond 876.0 for Back Wounds
Laceration, puncture, and more expand codes. Coding wound closure requires identifying... Read more
S21.1_ Adds Detail Beyond 876.0 for Back Wounds
Laceration, puncture, and more expand codes. Coding wound closure requires identifying... Read more
Documentation:
Streamline Your Unspecified Pulmonary Edema With J81
Hint: Choose from different codes for edema due to a cardiac cause. Frequently, your p... Read more
Streamline Your Unspecified Pulmonary Edema With J81
Hint: Choose from different codes for edema due to a cardiac cause. Frequently, your p... Read more
Otolaryngology:
Change to R04.0 for Epistaxis Under ICD-10
Plus: Remember right/left modifiers according to payer policy. Under ICD-9 rules, you ... Read more
Change to R04.0 for Epistaxis Under ICD-10
Plus: Remember right/left modifiers according to payer policy. Under ICD-9 rules, you ... Read more
Pathology:
V84 to Z15: Don't Expect Big Changes for Genetic Test Results
Follow one-to-one crosswalk. Despite a major CPT® revamping of genetic test codes ... Read more
V84 to Z15: Don't Expect Big Changes for Genetic Test Results
Follow one-to-one crosswalk. Despite a major CPT® revamping of genetic test codes ... Read more
Radiology:
441.4 Crosses to I71.4 for Unruptured AAA
Aortic anatomy lesson helps keep your coding on the straight and narrow. An important ... Read more
441.4 Crosses to I71.4 for Unruptured AAA
Aortic anatomy lesson helps keep your coding on the straight and narrow. An important ... Read more
Reader Question:
Join the Search for Jones Fracture Code
Question: A physician in my practice listed Jones fracture as the patient’s diagno... Read more
Join the Search for Jones Fracture Code
Question: A physician in my practice listed Jones fracture as the patient’s diagno... Read more
Reader Question:
Match Mesothelioma Case to Codes
Question: What are the proper codes for this encounter? The diagnosis is malignant pleur... Read more
Match Mesothelioma Case to Codes
Question: What are the proper codes for this encounter? The diagnosis is malignant pleur... Read more