ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding Flashcards
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What does the instructional note 'Code also' in ICD-10-CM indicate?
Answer: An additional code should be assigned if the condition exists
A 'Code also' note instructs the coder to assign an additional code if the associated condition is present.
Which chapter in ICD-10-CM contains codes for factors influencing health status (Z codes)?
Answer: Chapter 21
Chapter 21 of ICD-10-CM contains Z codes (Z00–Z99) for factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
When a patient is seen for a condition that is both acute and chronic, how should it be coded?
Answer: Code the acute condition first, then the chronic
When both acute and chronic forms of a condition exist and both subentries exist in the index, sequence the acute code first.
What is the purpose of a 'late effect' or sequela code (7th character 'S') in ICD-10-CM?
Answer: Identifies residual conditions that remain after the acute phase of an illness or injury
The 7th character 'S' (sequela) identifies residual conditions that remain after the acute phase of the illness or injury has resolved.
How are signs and symptoms coded in ICD-10-CM when a definitive diagnosis has been established?
Answer: They are coded separately if they are not integral to the definitive diagnosis
Signs and symptoms that are not routinely associated with a confirmed diagnosis may be coded separately.
Which ICD-10-CM coding convention means 'not otherwise specified'?
Answer: NOS
NOS means 'not otherwise specified' and is used when the documentation lacks sufficient detail to assign a more specific code.