The most important section in diagnosis coding is the Pregnancy codes. Yes, there has been lot of changes in the pregnancy chapter. Coding of breast mass or lump has become…
Basics of ICD-10 code for Angina Angina pectoris (category I20) is an early manifestation of ischemic heart disease; however, in rare instances, it occurs as a result of congenital abnormalities…
Basics of ICD 10 code for Atrial fibrillation Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is…
Basics of ICD-10 CM code for Pneumonia Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Medical coders use a specific ICD 10 code for pneumonia as…
Basics of Myasthenia gravis ICD 10 code In myasthenia gravis, the immune system mistakenly attacks the connections between the nerve fibers and the muscles, preventing the muscles from receiving signals…
Basics of ICD 10 code for Hepatitis The word “hepatitis” comes from the roots “hepato” meaning liver and “itis” meaning inflammation. It could mean any form of inflammation of the…
ICD 10 codes used for Encounter for observation and Evaluation Diagnosis codes are little tough to code when there is no specific condition given to code in medical report. Till…
Basic information about ICD-10 CM code for Hyperlipidemia Hyperlipidemia, also known as dyslipidemia or high cholesterol, means you have too many lipids (fats) in your blood. ICD-Code E78.5 is a…
Basic information about ICD-10 CM code for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) ICD-Code G47.33 is a billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (Adult) (pediatric). Its…
While assigning diagnosis codes for chronic conditions may seem straight- forward, some confusion remains regarding which conditions should be coded in the outpatient setting. Medical coders are responsible for assigning…