by Touseef Riaz | Nov 25, 2021 | ICD Codes
What is the ICD 10 code for metatarsal fracture? Metatarsals are portions of the bones of the mid-foot and are adjusted in shape. They are named by numbers and begin from the normal side outward. The normal side could be a comparable side as the colossal toe. ICD-10... by Touseef Riaz | Nov 10, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
There are many health facilities and medical practices who often find it difficult to implement the specific ICD-10 codes for abdominal pain. Most are stumped as to why medical coders use the code for unspecified abdominal pain i.e. R10.9 instead of using a more... by Touseef Riaz | Nov 10, 2021 | General, ICD Codes, Medical Coding
According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, up to 30% of people with psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis (PsA), an inflammatory form of arthritis. It can also occur in people without the skin symptoms of psoriasis. This chronic inflammatory arthritis associated... by Touseef Riaz | Nov 9, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
The year 2021 marks the sixth update to the ICD 10 codes since the day the code set went live in October 2015. Each year, the code set is revised and all the healthcare providers must adhere to the changes to avoid any delays in the reimbursement process. Correct,... by Touseef Riaz | Sep 24, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
When it comes to reporting and coding for dermatology-related conditions, the process is more complex than you would have imagined, especially when you have to crosswalk between code sets. Psoriasis is one of the most prevalent autoimmune diseases in the US, with over...
