Coders are now tasked with reporting social determinants of health, or circumstances in patients’ lives that can influence the quality of their life and overall wellbeing. Understand how to improve documentation of these factors and ensure complete and accurate coding.
Coders saw extensive code changes and expansion for ICD-10-CM category O35.- in 2023. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, reviews what coders need to know when reporting fetal conditions affecting the management of the mother.
This week’s Medicare updates include the CY 2024 End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System proposed rule, a fact sheet on the Enhancing Oncology Model, and more!
Encephalopathy refers to any disease of the brain that alters its function or structure. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, breaks down documentation requirements and ICD-10-CM coding for toxic, acute, and chronic encephalopathy.
Defining the line between a coder comprehending the record’s meaning and interpreting documentation can be a challenge. Consider these ways to improve documentation and foster critical thinking in coders.
There are many things that can go awry during gestation resulting in a neonate with temporary or permanent health conditions. Physicians have found ways to treat many congenital defects in utero, enabling the neonate to be born without defects. Review coding guidelines for fetal surgeries.
