Clinical indicators for certain conditions frequently require greater specificity in ICD-10-CM for which a query is often required.
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CE Articles | | Map out TIA clinical indicators, ICD-10-CM documentation opportunities | | Clinical indicators for certain conditions frequently require greater specificity in ICD-10-CM for which a query is often required. This article takes a closer look at clinical indicators and ICD-10-CM reporting for transient ischemic attack (TIA) and underlying causes and consequences. Note: To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription. |
| Examine essential strategies for clinical validation | | Sydni Johnson, RN, BSN, CCDS, and Denice Piwowar, BSN, RN, CCDS, detail some basics of clinical validation and how to request supporting indicators of a documented diagnosis without questioning the provider’s judgment. |
| Q&A: Reviewing charts for CCs/MCCs | | Q: What are the benefits to having coders review charts for appropriate capture of CCs and MCCs, and how can our coding team get started in this process? |
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