Alcohol, as a legal substance for those 21 and older, is commonly seen as more benign than illicit drugs such as heroin and cocaine. However, alcohol can also physically harm the body in many ways. In ICD-10-CM, the categories related to alcohol fall under category F10.- (alcohol-related disorders).
Patients who participate in accountable care organizations (ACO) and care management teams may have fewer hospitalizations and ED visits and lower Medicare spending, according to a recent study in Health Affairs.
Q: How can hospitals determine if a separate procedure exception applies for inpatient-only procedures?
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