Here are three tips on how to properly select ICD-10 codes from AAPC ICD-10 trainer Brenda Edwards, CPC, CPMA, CPC-I, CEMC.
1. Identify the condition in the alphabetic index.
2. Verify the code and find the highest level of specificity.
3. Review chapter-specific coding guidelines.
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1. Identify the condition in the alphabetic index.
2. Verify the code and find the highest level of specificity.
3. Review chapter-specific coding guidelines.
More Articles on Coding and Billing:
ZirMed Claims Denials Performance Management in Top 10 Challenging States
AMA: ICD-10 Impact Assessment Checklists
Are Physician Practice EHRs Ready for ICD-10?