Tag: ICD-10-CM Coding

Cardiac Arrest v Cardiogenic Shock

Differentiate and Code: Cardiac Arrest v Cardiogenic Shock

Ensure that you are aware of the contrast between the two, and which one takes precedence over the other. Both cardiac arrest and cardiac shock are medical emergencies that require immediate attention and treatment. These ailments can have severe consequences and may result in fatality if not treated promptly. In medical coding, it is critical […]
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Understanding Clinical Indicators, ICD-10-CM Reporting For CRS

Elevated levels of cytokines in an overactive immune system can cause harmful levels of inflammation throughout the body and disrupt organ functioning. Q: We have a patient admitted for COVID-19 who is now showing signs of cytokine release syndrome (CRS). Can you give our team more information on symptoms or clinical indicators for CRS as […]
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Focus on Coding 3 Common Pediatric Eye Conditions

ICD-10-CM coding is clear when you know what to look for. Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month is a good time to brush up on your coding for eye-related diagnoses pediatric providers see in their patients. We’ll get you started by reviewing three diagnoses your providers probably see most often during an eye and vision […]
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Hierarchical Condition Categories: It’s Not Just for Inpatients

The number of conditions a patient has is now going to factor into the risk adjustment score (RAS). In March, I make my annual pilgrimage to Columbus, Ohio to speak at the Ohio Health Information Management Association (OHIMA) conference, and this year, my remarks are titled, “The Hierarchical Condition Categories Model: Risk Adjustment isn’t just […]
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Psychiatric Facilities Could See Payments of $75 Million In 2020

CMS has released the inpatient psychiatric facility proposed rule. Approximately $75million is projected to be paid to inpatient psychiatric facilities (IPF), according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed 2020 inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) released on April 19. IPF-PPS applies to inpatient services for psychiatric hospitals and distinct psychiatric units of […]
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