Today, we observe ICD-10 Codes for World Hepatitis Day on July 28. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally, 354 million people are living with hepatitis B or C. Hepatitis refers to the inflammation of the liver caused by various infectious viruses or non-infectious agents. The five primary strains of hepatitis are A, B, […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) updates ICD codes every 10 years to improve clinical use and acknowledge innovations in healthcare. After the tumultuous transition to the 10th revision of the International Classification of Diseases, simply mentioning the phrase “ICD-11” is liable to strike fear in the hearts of revenue cycle professionals and healthcare providers across […]