Chondromalacia patellae (CMP), refers to the progressive erosion of the articular cartilage of the knee joint. The condition occurs when the cartilage on the under surface of the patella (kneecap)...
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Documenting and Coding for Allergic Rhinitis – A Common Allergy Condition
Allergic rhinitis, often called “hay fever”, is one of the most prevalent allergy conditions, affecting about 8% of the U.S population and an estimated 10-30% of people worldwide. The most common...
Document Subdural Hematoma with ICD-10 Codes [Infographic]
Caused by minor accidents to the head or the spontaneous bursting of a blood vessel in the brain, subdural hematoma is a type of internal bleeding in the skull. While the treatment for this head...
Documenting and Coding Leukoplakia – A Common Mouth Condition
Leukoplakia refers to a condition wherein thick, white or grayish patches or lesions appear inside the mouth. Typically, these white or grayish patches develop on the bottom of the patient’s mouth...
Coding Chondromalacia Patella in ICD-10 [Infographic]
Chondromalacia patella is a condition where in the cartilage on the under surface of the patella (kneecap) deteriorates and softens. Outsourced medical billing services are a practical option when...
ICD-10 Codes for Reporting Different Soft-tissue Injuries
Soft-tissue injuries (STI) are one of the most common injuries that happen due to sport and exercise activities. Sometimes simple everyday activities can also cause these injuries. The most common...
Documenting and Coding Abruptio Placentae in ICD-10
Abruptio placentae refer to the premature separation (abruption) of the placenta from the uterine lining before childbirth. Regarded as a serious complication of pregnancy, the condition generally...
Six Common Sleep Disorders and Related ICD-10 Codes
Sleep is an important part of one’s daily routine and getting sufficient, quality sleep is vital for physical and mental health. Good quality sleep is essential to maintain critical body functions,...
ICD-10 Codes for Reporting Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Based on the psychiatrist’s documentation, this condition can be reported using the right ICD-10 codes....
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