ICD-10 was launched in October 2015 by the World Health Organization (WHO). ICD-10-CM is the United States’ clinical modification of the WHO’s ICD-10. ICD-10 features a much larger number of concepts and codes than its predecessors, and most healthcare...
When it comes to psychiatry medical billing, addiction to any drugs can be documented using ICD-10 codes. While these drugs are necessary to treat psychiatric conditions, the sad truth is that they are often abused leading to adverse events including death....
Postoperative complications significantly contribute to patient morbidity and mortality, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. These complications can be general or specific to the type of surgery performed. Accurate reporting of postoperative...
Now that ICD-10-CM implementation is well on its way, it is evident as to how various specialties have been affected by the changes. Providers can ensure appropriate reimbursement only by documenting diagnoses in sufficient detail or a higher level of specificity to...
Can a virtual-reality game played on mobile phone really cause physical injuries? Yes, “Pokemon Go” can. The craze for the game is resulting in more and more accidents. Using Google Maps, it creates a world that mirrors the user’s own reality. Gamers use their mobile...
