Coding Tips

While implementation of ICD-11 in the US is likely years away, it is not too early to become familiar and comfortable with the structure and format. ICD-11 is a digital classification that is very different from ICD-10-CM. Let’s compare and contrast coding of a common condition, osteoarthritis. Note: In this example, the ICD-11 code is…

A new subcategory for the fracture of ribs associated with compression of the chest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, has been created.

To become familiar and comfortable with the structure and format of ICD-11, compare and contrast the coding of gastroenteritis.

Many of the new technology section codes may be eligible for New Technology Add-On Payment (NTAP). Included in this tip are a few examples.

Learn the 2023 ICD-10-PCS Updates for three sections including Medical and Surgical, Administration, and New Technology.

Check out this 2023 ICD-10-CM update which is effective April 1, 2023. There are many new codes in a variety of chapters.

When using an additional code for an unspecified condition type, it is imperative to decide if it adds additional information or not.

High risk diagnosis codes are like any other ICD-10 code, and the more severe or complex a diagnosis, the higher the risk associated.

This month Mary Stanfill compares and contrasts hypertension codes across ICD versions (WHO ICD11 and ICD-10-CM.

In December’s Coding Tip, learn the newly established laboratory test code, 87593, for the monkeypox virus.

An expecting mother is diagnosed with COVID-19, and the newborn receives COVID-19 exposure, but the newborn is not affected by COVID-19.

In October 2022’s Coding Tip, codes associated with a screening colonoscopy are described, specifically when a diagnostic service occurs.