Q&A: Correct ICD-10-CM seventh character for malunion of fracture
Q: A patient comes in with a malunion of a fracture. A different physician treated the patient initially for the fracture, but the patient came to see our physician for surgery to repair the malunion....
View ArticleHealthcare News: GAO reports on CMS' ICD-10 preparations
CMS is adequately preparing to implement ICD-10 October 1, according to a new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report detailing CMS’ transition efforts.The report highlights CMS’ successful...
View ArticleICD-10-PCS bypass is more than CABG
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures are not the only ones coders will report using the root operation Bypass in ICD-10-PCS. Surgeons can create bypasses in other vessels of the body.The...
View ArticleCoding Clinic continues focus on ICD-10-PCS
by Sharme Brodie, RN, CCDSMany coders and CDI specialists have memorized portions of the ICD-9-CMOfficial Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and issues of Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM. Although many of...
View ArticleDig into the details of ICD-10-PCS section Administration
The Medical and Surgical section (first character 0) is by far the largest section of the ICD-10-PCS Manual. The next largest section is the Obstetrics section (first character 1). Coders will use...
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An ICD-10-CM sample query in our Coding Sample Policies and Forms:ICD-10-CM fracture query exampleAlso on JustCoding PlatinumDid you see thisin our Special Reports and News?ICD-10-CM case study: Back...
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Test your knowledge with this week’s free quiz, which features questions about ICD-9-CM codes for late effects of injuries, poisonings, toxic effects, and other external causes. (View)
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View ArticleTrivia answer
What is the correct ICD-10-PCS code for excision of malignant melanoma from the skin of the right ear? a. 0HB1XZZ b. 0HB2XZZ c. 0HB3XZZ d. 0HC2XZZ The correct answer is B.
View ArticleProduct of the week: Codercise for ICD-10-CM/PCS Inpatient
Need an ICD-10 refresher before the go-live date? Codercise for ICD-10-CM/PCS Inpatient is the perfect solution. Developed by the same coding experts who brought you Certified Coder Boot Camp®,...
View ArticleQ&A: What are the rules for using information on ambulance forms or trip...
Q: Can CDI programs use the information on ambulance forms or trip tickets to abstract from if the information is pulled into or reiterated in the ED or history and physical (H&P) documentation?...
View ArticleHealthcare News: CMS releases new ICD-10 videos, plans more acknowledgement...
CMS is providing more resources to help providers prepare for the upcoming transition to ICD-10 October 1, 2015.The agency released two new short videos on ICD-10 coding:“Introduction to ICD-10 Coding”...
View ArticleTake a closer look at SOI, ROM though a case study
A patient presents to the ED with a headache, nausea, and vomiting. The physician documented that the patient was alert and oriented when she arrived at the ED, but was somnolent when admitted to a bed...
View ArticleBeware of vendor promises regarding CDI/coder results
by Trey La Charité, MDMy parents always warned to take anything a salesperson says with a grain of salt. Over the years, my experiences proved that advice wise. I never expected, however, to apply that...
View ArticleCoding, CDI focus on heart disease differs
Coronary artery disease (CAD) develops when the arteries that supply the blood to the heart muscles become hardened and narrowed due to a buildup of cholesterol and other materials, such as plaque, on...
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Two new terms in our Clinical Conditions Encyclopedia:NocturiaOsteomyelitisAlso on JustCoding PlatinumDid you see thisin our HIM Sample Policies and Forms?Physician education sample formBe sure to...
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Access the latest blog posts on ICD–10 Trainer, a free online forum for all matters related to ICD-10:Watch out for that treeI said what I meant and I meant what I saidNotice the notes when coding autism
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Test your knowledge with this week’s free quiz, which features questions ICD-9-CM codes for arthropathies and related disorders. (View)
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On average, how many hours do you spend each week on non-coding tasks, such as querying, training, or attending meetings?1-23-56-10More than 10Vote hereLast week’s mini-pollWhich of the following...
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