Hemarthrosis is a condition that occurs as a result of bleeding into a joint cavity. Blood vessels inside the joint are damaged and bleed. The blood then collects in the joint space. Joints, also...
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How to Document and Code for Hypertension Using ICD-10 Codes
Almost 120 million adults in the US (48.1%) have hypertension, and of those, 92.9 million (77.4%) have uncontrolled hypertension, according to a JAMA study published in September 2024. Proper ICD-10...
Documentation and Coding of Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Bariatric surgery is one of those proven weight loss options that can be used to address morbid obesity as well. Proper reimbursement for these surgery procedures rely on accurate submission of...
Coding Aortic Valve Stenosis– Be Familiar with the Related Medical Codes
Regarded as one of the most common and serious valve disorders, Aortic valve stenosis (also called aortic stenosis) occurs when the heart's aortic valve narrows. The aortic valve - a key valve in...
Use the Correct Medical Codes to Report Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are the calcifications (body's excess minerals and salts) that can form inside your kidneys. These deposits usually consist of calcium oxalate but may be composed of several other...
ICD-10 Documentation for Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders [Infographic]
Both behavioral health and mental health disorders can cause serious issues in your daily life. While some mental health issues may be impacted by behavior, many health disorders have neurological...
Get Familiar with ICD-10 Coding and Documentation for Ovarian Cysts [Infographic]
Relatively common in women during their reproductive years, most ovarian cysts are small, harmless, non-cancerous masses on the ovaries that don't cause any specific symptoms. Obstetricians,...
Learn the ICD-10 Codes to Document Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a condition wherein the arteries become clogged with fatty substances called plaque, or atheroma. The condition occurs when the blood vessels that carry oxygen and essential...
ICD-10 Coding of Corneal Ulcer [Infographics]
Mainly caused by infections, corneal ulcer is an open sore that forms on the cornea. This eye infection generally heals well if treated early and correctly. Documentation of this procedure comes...
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