ICD-10-CM coding considerations for vaping-induced illnesses

November 5, 2019
Briefings on APCs

As of October 1, approximately 1,080 cases of respiratory illnesses and 18 deaths brought on by vaping have been reported in the U.S., according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Despite continued research into these cases by the CDC and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the specific cause of these illnesses remains unknown.

Scheduling for coding departments in today’s virtual environment

November 1, 2019
Briefings on APCs

In today’s virtual environment, with its focus on flexible schedules, organizing the coding function requires consideration of time zones, team member skills, volume of work, and claim-processing schedules.

Implement updates to the 2020 ICD-10-CM coding guidelines

November 1, 2019
Briefings on APCs

The fiscal year (FY) 2020 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, released shortly after the FY 2020 ICD-10-CM code release, provide instructions for healthcare professionals on how to appropriately report complex diagnoses. Coders should take time to review these changes that were implemented October 1.

This month's coding Q&A

November 1, 2019
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about coding drugs infused through the same line, reporting labor and delivery in outpatient hospitals, and more.