Adrienne Commeree, CPC, CPMA, CCS, CEMC, CPIP, writes that attention must be paid to coding conventions and general coding guidelines when reviewing the ICD-10-CM manual for correct code assignment for diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
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Relieve the pressure of ICD-10-CM reporting for diseases of the skin, subcutaneous tissue

Adrienne Commeree, CPC, CPMA, CCS, CEMC, CPIP, writes that attention must be paid to coding conventions and general coding guidelines when reviewing the ICD-10-CM manual for correct code assignment for diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

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ICD-10-CM reporting for severe malnutrition under OIG scrutiny again
In July, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) released a report regarding the incorrect assignment of ICD-10-CM codes for severe malnutrition on inpatient hospital claims. In this article, Yvette M. DeVay, MHA, CPC, CPMA, CIC, reviews these findings and explains how to better document and report malnutrition.
Back to the basics: Review ICD-10-PCS’ new technology section
Sharme Brodie, RN, CCDS, CCDS-O, writes that the cost of new technologies can lead to an overwhelming financial burden to hospitals and patients, which is why accurate reporting of ICD-10-PCS codes in the new technology section of the ICD-10-PCS manual is more important than ever.
Healthcare News: EHR data reveals four sepsis subtypes, study shows
Four subtypes of sepsis were identified in a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Q&A: Reporting glaucoma in ICD-10-CM
Q: We have an elderly patient admitted in our hospital who is also presenting with glaucoma. Since we don’t report glaucoma on a regular basis, can you explain any background, guidelines, or tips for reporting glaucoma in ICD-10-CM?
 

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