When documenting and coding dementia, one code should describe the etiology and the second the dementia.
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Tag: HCC
Coding Corner: ICD-10-CM FY 2024 Updates
ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are effective starting October 1. 395 new healthcare codes will likely impact risk adjustment and HCC diagnosis codes.
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Coding Corner: Hypertension Documentation & Coding
When documenting and coding hypertension, use CPT-11 codes to report blood pressure readings and ICD-10-CM for capturing the diagnosis.
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Coding Corner: Advanced Illness & Frailty Documentation & Coding
To redirect focus to those who benefit the most from measured services, quality measure exclusions exist for patients with advanced illness and frailty.
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The Importance of Accurate Coding and Documentation in Value-Based Care: A Patient’s Perspective
Educating primary care providers on accurate coding and documentation in value-based care is important to enhance positive patient outcomes.
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Coding Corner: Neoplasm Documentation & Coding
To ensure a neoplasm is coded to the highest level of specificity, documentation should be clear and conscience.
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