The 2021 update to the ICD-10-CM code set introduced 43 new codes to Chapter 3: Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism. Review new codes for sickle-cell diseases, hemolytic anemias, and cytokine release syndrome.
Jennifer, who is 37 weeks pregnant, answers her cell phone. She is waiting for John, the case manager from her obstetrician's office, to report her novel coronavirus (COVID-19) test results. She is anxious but believes she knows the results in her heart.
Q: Are there any newly implemented fiscal year 2021 ICD-10-CM codes for spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leaks (CSF)? Can you review any background and possible new codes for this disorder?
Q: Are there any clauses in HIPAA that mandate the sharing of health information of a public figure (such as the president) whose health is of legitimate interest to the American public? Or do normal HIPAA rules apply for the president?
Q: With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic still going for nearly a full year, case managers everywhere are experiencing feelings of burnout. How can case managers combat these feelings and remain fresh and motivated?
This week’s Medicare updates include FAQs on market-based MS-DRG relative weights, Opioid Treatment Program provider enrollment updates, two new decision memos on NCDs, and more!
