ICD-9 code V62.85 for Homicidal ideation is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS ENCOUNTERING HEALTH SERVICES IN OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES (V60-V69).
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guidelines are updated on a continuous basis, you must follow the most current set of guidelines. Back in 05 the V62 codes were designated as secondary only. However it changed and they are now firs... [ Read More ]
I have a question about how to properly use the code V62.84. The Tip in the Optum 2015 ICD-9-CM Expert is as follows: "Assign for patients who have not attempted suicide, and who may not be considered... [ Read More ]
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When a patient has a previously excised malignant neoplasm but refuses further treatment (such as chemo) , do we code as if the neoplasm exists along with a code like V62.6 or do we... [ Read More ]
Please read the note below. I am not very good at E/M coding and I need help. The provider has a site she calculates her E/M levels and this note is coming out as a 99203. (This is a new patient btw.)... [ Read More ]
Can I please get any help with coding a diagnosis of suicide ideation in pregnancy? Should this be coded as 646.83, V62.84? This is the sole diagnosis.
Thanks for any help.... [ Read More ]
Can I please get any help with coding a diagnosis of suicide ideation in pregnancy? Should this be coded as 646.83, V62.84? This is the sole diagnosis.
Thanks for any help.... [ Read More ]
[QUOTE="lorrpb, post: 283497, member: 32243"]There are separate codes for history and counseling. Use the history code just as you would any history code. Use the counseling code if the reason for the... [ Read More ]