Chronic Kidney Disease Coding
Description
Chronic Kidney Disease Coding is an online, self-paced course for inpatient, outpatient, and professional fee coders who assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes for chronic kidney disease and renal failure. This module explains how CKD stages are defined, how symptoms, lab findings, and treatment details influence code selection, and how to apply sequencing rules correctly when CKD is reported with related conditions. Coders will learn how to interpret clinical documentation with confidence and avoid common coding errors. The course includes 1 AHIMA CEU and supports accurate, consistent coding of CKD and renal failure across care settings.
Included Lessons:
- Chronic Renal Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease and Hypertension Coding
- Diabetes with CKD, Nephropathy
- Coding and Official Coding Guidelines
- Chronic Renal Failure and Chronic Kidney Disease Coding Clinics
CEUs available for the following credentials:
AHIMA
CCA, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA, CDIP, CHDA, CHPS
Key Takeaways
- Comprehensive Understanding of Renal-related Diagnoses: Gain an in-depth understanding of how to effectively assign diagnosis codes for conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and renal failure, ensuring that coding is accurate and reflective of the patient's medical condition.
- Proficiency in Using Clinical Information: Develop the skill to accurately interpret and utilize vital clinical information, symptoms, and treatment details, which are essential in the assignment of accurate diagnosis codes.
- Confidence in Coding: Through hands-on learning approaches, coders will build confidence and expertise, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle diagnoses related to CKD and renal failure proficiently.
- Adherence to Coding Guidelines: Learn and understand how to correctly apply coding and official coding guidelines to ensure that all coding activities are compliant with official standards and regulations.
- Specialized Lessons: Benefit from specialized lessons that focus on various important topics such as the relationship between hypertension, diabetes, nephropathy, and CKD, offering a well-rounded perspective on renal-related coding.
- Expert Guidance: Receive guidance from knowledgeable instructors, ensuring that you are supported throughout your learning journey and are able to master the necessary skills for medical coding success.
Benefits of Taking this Course
- Enhanced Coding Accuracy
- Confidence in CKD/Renal Coding
- Mastery of Official Guidelines
- Specialized Renal Disease Knowledge
FAQs
What will I learn about accurately coding chronic kidney disease in ICD-10-CM?
This course explains how ICD-10-CM classifies chronic kidney disease by stage and severity, including how to select the correct CKD stage codes. You’ll learn how provider documentation, lab findings, and clinical terminology support accurate code assignment and consistent reporting.
How does the course help coders apply sequencing rules for chronic kidney disease and related conditions?
The course walks through sequencing guidelines for CKD when it occurs with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or acute kidney failure. You’ll learn when combination codes apply, when additional codes are required, and how to sequence diagnoses correctly based on the clinical scenario.
Will this course improve my ability to identify documentation details needed for compliant CKD coding?
Yes. The course highlights the documentation elements coders must review, including CKD stage, acuity, underlying cause, and whether the condition is acute, chronic, or acute-on-chronic. You’ll learn how to recognize incomplete or unclear documentation and when a query may be needed to support accurate ICD-10-CM coding.
About Our Medical Coding Courses
HIAlearn, powered by Health Information Associates (HIA)—a leader in medical coding and auditing for more than three decades—offers a flexible, online education platform designed for today’s coders. With a growing catalog of AHIMA and AAPC-approved coding courses, HIAlearn supports both beginners and experienced coders looking to build confidence, accuracy, and CEU credits.
Courses are available across various coding types including CPT, E/M, ICD-10-CM, and ICD-10-PCS, and are designed for multiple specialties including inpatient, outpatient, profee, and CDI.
To stay up to date, coders can explore our Coding Updates hub for the latest ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and IPPS changes. HIAlearn also supports organizations with group discounts and scalable team access, promoting accuracy, compliance, and continuous professional development across departments.
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