mcarrillo
Networker
Hello,
When counting for 3 chronics for HPI instead of the elements, could 2 count from a Dx that has two problems? Example E11.21 type 2 DM with nephropathy (1 for DM and 1 for nephropathy). In the ICD-10 guidelines it states that a combination code is a single code used to classify: Two diagnoses, or a diagnosis with an associated secondary process (manifestation) & a diagnosis with an associated complication. If anyone knows of other guidelines or policy regarding this I would really appreciate it.
Thank you.
When counting for 3 chronics for HPI instead of the elements, could 2 count from a Dx that has two problems? Example E11.21 type 2 DM with nephropathy (1 for DM and 1 for nephropathy). In the ICD-10 guidelines it states that a combination code is a single code used to classify: Two diagnoses, or a diagnosis with an associated secondary process (manifestation) & a diagnosis with an associated complication. If anyone knows of other guidelines or policy regarding this I would really appreciate it.
Thank you.
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