ICD-10-CM Coding
Description
ICD-10-CM, or the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition, Clinical Modification, is a comprehensive system of diagnosis codes that categorize a wide range of medical scenarios, including conditions, diseases, injuries, symptoms, and social factors. This Training Plan delves deeply into the nuances of ICD-10-CM coding, helping learners master the complexities of this coding system. It covers the structure of the codebook and its guidelines, which are crucial for correct billing and also play a key role in healthcare research and analysis. As healthcare continues to advance, a thorough understanding of ICD-10-CM coding becomes essential for professionals in medical coding and health information management.
Training Plan offers CEUs applicable to the following credentials:
Included Courses
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- Abbreviations with Definitions and Explanations as They Pertain to Coding
- AIDS and HIV Coding and Sequencing in ICD-10-CM
- Anemia Overview- Types-Causes-Diagnosis and Treatment
- APR-DRG System Introduction
- Cardiac Arrest Coding and Sequencing
- Cerebral Edema Overview: Types, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment and Coding
- Cerebrovascular Accident, Infarction, Thrombosis, Embolus or Stroke and Sequelae Coding
- Chronic Kidney Disease Coding
- Coagulation Disorders and Coagulopathy Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Coding Clinic Advice Frequently Missed
- Coding Clinic Review
- Common Medications and the Conditions Treated
- Complication of Transplanted Organ Coding
- Congenital Disorder Diagnosis Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Congenital Disorders Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Diagnosis in ICD-10-CM
- Congestive Heart Failure and Other Types of Heart Failure Coding
- Coronary Artery Dissection Diagnosis Coding
- COVID-19 or Coronavirus Diagnosis Coding
- Diabetic Complications Coding in Patients with a Pancreas Transplant
- Drug Use, Abuse, Dependence and Associated Conditions Coding
- DVT vs Pulmonary Embolism as Principal Diagnosis
- Encephalopathy, Altered Mental Status, Dementia and Delirium Coding
- Excludes1 Note Interpretation
- External Cause ICD-10-CM Coding Introduction
- External Cause ICD-10-CM Coding Misadventures and Adverse Effects
- External Cause ICD-10-CM Coding Transport Accidents
- Genitourinary Disorders ICD-10-CM Coding
- Hemorrhagic Conversion Coding
- Increasing Reading Speed
- Intestinal Obstruction Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Introduction to CMS and Other Quality Measurement Programs and Relationship to Coding
- Liver Disorders Coding and Sequencing
- Long Term Care Hospital (LTAC) Coding
- Malignant Neoplasm Diagnosis Coding: Current vs History
- Meconium Passage, Staining and Aspiration Coding in Newborns
- Myocardial Infarction Part 1- Pathophysiology of Myocardial Infarctions
- Myocardial Infarction Part 2- Diagnosis and Treatment of Myocardial Infarctions
- Myocardial Infarction Part 3- Coding of Myocardial Infarctions
- Neoplasm Coding in ICD-10-CM Introduction
- Newborn Secondary Diagnosis Coding and Reporting
- Observation to Inpatient Status Diagnosis Coding
- Obstetrics ICD-10-CM Coding Cord Entanglement and Group B Strep
- Obstetrics Principal Diagnosis Practice Scenarios (Prereq: Obstetrics Principal Diagnosis Selection and Coding)
- Obstetrics Principal Diagnosis Selection and Coding
- Obstetrics Secondary Diagnosis Coding
- Outpatient Encounters First Listed or Primary Diagnosis Assignment
- Pain Management Coding and Sequencing
- Pancytopenia and Neutropenia Coding
- Patient Discharge Status or Patient Disposition Assignment
- Patient Safety Indicator 15 (PSI 15) Unrecognized Abdominopelvic Accidental Puncture or Laceration Rate
- Pneumonia Coding - Types, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
- Point of Origin Reporting
- Poisoning vs Adverse Effects of Drugs ICD-10-CM Coding
- Postoperative Complication Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Present on Admission Reporting Guidelines
- Principal Diagnosis Assignment
- Principal Diagnosis Assignment Practice Scenarios Part 1
- Principal Diagnosis Selection - GI Bleeding vs Blood Loss Anemia
- Principal Diagnosis Selection: Acute versus Chronic Underlying Conditions
- Principal Diagnosis Selection: Symptom Code vs Diagnosis Code as Principal Diagnosis
- Principal Diagnosis Selection: When Two Diagnoses Qualify
- Psychiatric Diagnosis Coding
- Rehabilitation Coding for the Hospital UB-04 and the IRF-PAI
- Respiratory Failure-Causes-Clinical Information-Treatment- and Coding Conventions
- Secondary Diagnosis Coding
- Secondary Diagnosis Reporting on Outpatient Encounters
- Secondary Diagnosis Reporting on Outpatient Encounters and 3Q2021 Coding Clinic Examples
- Sepsis Coding and Sequencing Guidelines
- Shock Diagnosis Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Specificity Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Streamline Your Query Process
- Swing Bed Coding in ICD-10-CM
- Tips to Efficiently Read a Medical Record for Coding
- Traumatic Fracture Coding Part 1- Diagnosis Coding
- Underdosing and Noncompliance of Medication ICD-10-CM Coding
- Urinalysis: Understanding the Test
- White Blood Cell Count: Understanding the test
- Writing Effective Physician Queries
Key Takeaways
- Abbreviations and Definitions: Understanding medical abbreviations and terminology is crucial for accurate coding and interpretation of medical records.
- Disease Coding: Mastery of coding for various diseases, including AIDS, HIV, anemia, cardiac arrest, cerebral edema, stroke, kidney disease, heart failure, and more, allows for precise diagnosis coding.
- Coding Systems: Familiarity with coding systems like APR-DRG and ICD-10-CM is vital for proper code assignment.
- Drug and Medication Coding: Knowledge of coding for drug use, abuse, and associated conditions is essential in healthcare settings.
- Complications and Sequelae: Understanding how to code complications and sequelae of medical conditions ensures accurate representation of patient diagnoses.
- External Causes and Transport Accidents: Proficiency in coding external causes, misadventures, and transport accidents is important for comprehensive medical coding.
- Patient Status and Disposition: Assigning codes related to patient discharge status and disposition is crucial for healthcare data analysis.
- Quality Measurement Programs: An introduction to CMS and other quality measurement programs helps coders understand their role in healthcare quality improvement.
- Newborn and Obstetrics Coding: Expertise in coding for newborns and obstetrics cases is vital in healthcare settings.
- Coding Guidelines: Thorough knowledge of coding guidelines, such as POA reporting, Excludes1 notes, and specificity coding, ensures accuracy and compliance.
- Pain Management Coding: Proficiency in coding for pain management is essential in pain clinics and anesthesiology.
Benefits of Taking this Training Plan
- ICD-10-CM Coding Knowledge Expansion
- Enhanced Coding Skills
- Expanded Career Opportunities
- Compliance and Accuracy in Coding
- Specialization Opportunities
- Continuous Learning
- Boosted Productivity
FAQs
What is the purpose of ICD-10-CM coding?
ICD-10-CM coding is used to classify and code diagnoses, symptoms, and medical conditions for billing, healthcare data analysis, and clinical decision-making. It helps healthcare providers, insurers, and researchers track and understand various health conditions and diseases.
Why is it essential for healthcare professionals to use ICD-10-CM codes accurately?
Accurate ICD-10-CM coding is crucial for several reasons. First, it directly impacts healthcare reimbursement, as insurance companies and government agencies rely on these codes to determine payment amounts. Additionally, accurate coding contributes to the generation of high-quality healthcare data, which is essential for clinical research, epidemiological studies, and healthcare policy development. Furthermore, precise coding supports patient safety by ensuring that healthcare providers have a comprehensive and accurate understanding of a patient's medical history and conditions, allowing for better-informed clinical decisions and treatments.