New Technology Section – February 2023 Coding Tip
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.
ICD-10-PCS 2023 Update
Learn the 2023 ICD-10-PCS Updates for three sections including Medical and Surgical, Administration, and New Technology.
2023 ICD-10-CM Update
Check out this 2023 ICD-10-CM update which is effective April 1, 2023. There are many new codes in a variety of chapters.
Use of Additional Code – January 2023 Coding Tip
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 and Risk Adjustment
High risk diagnosis codes are like any other ICD-10 code, and the more severe or complex a diagnosis, the higher the risk associated.
Comparing Codes Across ICD Versions: Hypertension
This month Mary Stanfill compares and contrasts hypertension codes across ICD versions (WHO ICD11 and ICD-10-CM.
Monkeypox – December 2022 Coding Tip
In December’s Coding Tip, learn the newly established laboratory test code, 87593, for the monkeypox virus.
COVID-19 Exposure – November 2022 Coding Tip
An expecting mother is diagnosed with COVID-19, and the newborn receives COVID-19 exposure, but the newborn is not affected by COVID-19.
Screening Colonoscopy – October 2022 Coding Tip
In October 2022’s Coding Tip, codes associated with a screening colonoscopy are described, specifically when a diagnostic service occurs.
Codes Exempt from POA Reporting – September 2022 Coding Tip
There is a list of codes that are exempt form the POA reporting list. It is updated each year, most recently effective April 2022. Read more.
Preparing for the 2023 Evaluation & Management (E/M) Changes: Part 1
The 2023 Evaluation and Management (E/M) Changes become effective on January 1, 2023. Learn more about the changes here.
Preparing for the 2023 Evaluation & Management (E/M) Changes: Part 2
The 2023 (E/M) Changes become effective on January 1, 2023. Part 2 of this series focuses on Hospital Inpatient and Observation Care.