by Touseef Riaz | Nov 9, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
From October 1, 2015, the US healthcare system formally transitioned to the International Classification of Diseases 10th revision, effectively replacing the ICD 9 which was formally being applied for documentation and reimbursement purposes. In contrast to the ICD 9,...
by Touseef Riaz | Nov 9, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
The US healthcare system relies heavily on diagnostic and classification codes, as they play an essential role in the claims reimbursement process. It is important therefore, to accurately code the health care provided to avoid any headaches in your medical practice....
by Touseef Riaz | Oct 6, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
In order to correctly report a patient’s condition, and to process the claims for the healthcare services provided and the cost of the supplies, it is important for an organization to be familiar with the coding systems that are applied to the US healthcare system,...
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...
by Touseef Riaz | Sep 22, 2021 | ICD Codes, Medical Coding
Flat feet are a kind of foot deformity that can either be present at the time of birth or is acquired later in life for different reasons. It can be recognized by the absence of the arch found in the feet. Having a low arch or no arch at all means that your whole feet...