Ectopic/Molar Pregnancy ICD-10, CPT & ICD10 PCS Coding rules
Basics of Ectopic and Molar Pregnancies An ectopic pregnancy (EP) is a condition in which a fertilized egg settles and grows in any location other than the inner lining of the uterus.…
Acute versus Chronic Conditions Coding guide
Being a medical coder, I always have a lot of problems with ICD 10 codes. The major confusion occurs with coding acute and chronic condition. We have some specific coding…
ICD 10 codes for Ectopic Pregnancy in pregnancy chapter
The most important section in diagnosis coding is the Pregnancy codes. Yes, there has been lot of changes in the pregnancy chapter. Coding of breast mass or lump has become…
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ICD-10 CM code for Angina Coding guide
Basics of ICD-10 code for Angina Angina pectoris (category I20) is an early manifestation of ischemic heart disease; however, in rare instances, it occurs as a result of congenital abnormalities…
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Atrial fibrillation ICD 10 code tips for coders
Basics of ICD 10 code for Atrial fibrillation Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is…
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Pneumonia ICD-10 CM code tips for coders
Basics of ICD-10 CM code for Pneumonia Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Medical coders use a specific ICD 10 code for pneumonia as…
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Hepatitis ICD 10 code Tips for Coders
Basics of ICD 10 code for Hepatitis The word “hepatitis” comes from the roots “hepato” meaning liver and “itis” meaning inflammation. It could mean any form of inflammation of the…
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Coding tips for Z03, Z04 and Z05 ICD 10 category codes
ICD 10 codes used for Encounter for observation and Evaluation Diagnosis codes are little tough to code when there is no specific condition given to code in medical report. Till…
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Hyperlipidemia ICD-10 CM coding guide for coders
Basic information about ICD-10 CM code for Hyperlipidemia Hyperlipidemia, also known as dyslipidemia or high cholesterol, means you have too many lipids (fats) in your blood. ICD-Code E78.5 is a…
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) ICD-10 CM Coding guide
Basic information about ICD-10 CM code for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) ICD-Code G47.33 is a billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (Adult) (pediatric). Its…