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There is separate ICD 10 coding guideline for coding sepsis, severe sepsis and Septic shock. We have to code multiple or more than one ICD 10 code for coding sepsis. Many coders make lot of mistakes in coding Sepsis. Hence, it is very important to know about the ICD 10 codes for coding sepsis. So, … Read more
Basics of Body Mass Index (BMI) ICD-10 code BMI describes patients’ body weight in consideration of their height. The patient’s weight in kilograms is divided by the square of the patient’s height in meters (kg/m²). A high BMI can be an indicator of overweight or obesity; a low BMI may indicate cachexia or malnutrition. Some people, … Read more
ICD 10 coding guidelines has many different instructional notes which help us to follow general coding guidelines. For example, the Excludes 1 and Excludes 2 notes which are newly introduced in ICD 10, tells us whether to code these codes together or not. The same way, we have lot of codes in ICD 10 code … Read more
What is a Pathological Fracture? Fractures can be coded as traumatic or non-traumatic fractures. As we grow older, our bone density starts decreasing. Due to decrease in density, we may suffer from osteopenia or osteoporosis. Due to less bone density in old age, the bones get fractures even with a small injury. Sometimes even doing … Read more
Below are the highlighted changes in ICD 10 codes 2023 from 1st April for Medical coders in the ICD 10 coding Guidelines. Please do follow them strictly. Documentation by Clinicians Other than the Patient’s Provider These exceptions include codes for: • Body Mass Index (BMI) • Depth of non-pressure chronic ulcers • Pressure ulcer stage … Read more
Basics about CPT code for stent placement in AV fistula Coding guidelines for AV Fistula procedure codes is little different in interventional radiology coding. I have faced many challenges while coding these AV fistula procedure codes. However, as I was coding charts I was learning how to get a correct code for procedure performed. Here, … Read more
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. The vast majority of ectopic pregnancies are so-called tubal pregnancies and occur in the Fallopian tube. In short Ectopic and molar pregnancies and other abnormal products of conception are classified … Read more
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 guidelines for coding acute and chronic conditions, first let us understand their definition. Acute means having rapid onset, severe symptoms, and a short course Chronic … Read more
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 more specific now. Similarly, the new specific Z codes for antenatal screening has been added. Also, you would have learnt now Z3A codes should not … Read more
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 of the coronary arteries or such conditions as aortic stenosis, valvular insufficiency, aortic syphilis, or Raynaud’s phenomenon. It is characterized by chest pain (usually perceived … Read more