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Assigning the appropriate ICD-10-PCS code for spinal procedures can be a challenge for inpatient coders as they need to correctly identify each character of the seven-character code.
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Appropriately report spinal procedures in ICD-10-PCS

Assigning the appropriate ICD-10-PCS code for spinal procedures can be a challenge for inpatient coders as they need to correctly identify each character of the seven-character code. In this article, Nena Scott, MSEd, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CCDS, offers coding tips for reporting spinal surgery cases in ICD-10-PCS and examines the correct use of each character.

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Brush up on GLIM criteria, ICD-10-CM reporting for malnutrition
Adriane Martin, DO, FACOS, CCDS, writes that with the complexity of malnutrition—and the complexity of updated criteria—even the most seasoned inpatient coder should review ICD-10-CM malnutrition coding guidelines and criteria frequently to ensure compliant reporting.
Reviewing HCCs for inpatients as new version released
CMS recently made several updates in its latest version of its Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) list, including revisions to the mental health and chronic kidney disease categories. And, while HCCs may not be a common review focus for inpatient coders and CDI professionals, capturing HCCs for these conditions is paramount for accurate reporting and reimbursement.
Healthcare News: OIG to publish adverse events studies
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has been conducting a series of studies about adverse events in various healthcare settings since 2008 and will be publishing more of its corresponding reports throughout 2019, the OIG said in a statement.
Q&A: Reporting BMI in ICD-10-CM for obstetrics patients
Q: A physician documented that a pregnant patient is obese, and the patient’s chart has a listed body mass index (BMI) score. Can we assign an ICD-10-CM BMI code in this instance or should this never be done for an obstetrics patient?
 

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When coding diabetes with neurological conditions in ICD-10-CM, whether a causal relationship can be assumed depends on the type of neurological condition. For diagnoses of neuropathy and neuralgia with diabetes, assume a causal relationship (unless the provider states another cause) because they are listed specifically under “with” in the ICD-10-CM index. However, a causal relationship cannot be assumed for NEC diagnoses such as “other stated neurological complication” and a linkage to diabetes must be documented.

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