by Loralee Kapp | Posted: Aug 2, 2022 | Medical Coding
One of the most common birth defects, cleft lip and cleft palate occur when the facial structures of an unborn baby do not form properly during pregnancy. Also called “orofacial clefts, these defects involve openings or splits in the upper lip, the roof of the...
by Julie Clements | Posted: Jul 18, 2022 | Medical Coding
A common neuromuscular disorder, Myasthenia gravis (MG) causes weakness in the skeletal muscles – the muscles the body uses for movement. The condition occurs when the normal communication between nerves and muscles gets impaired, causing crucial muscle...
by Rajeev Rajagopal | Posted: Jun 28, 2022 | Medical Coding
Hyperlipidemia is a common medical condition characterized by elevated levels of lipids (such as cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. In ICD-10, hyperlipidemia is classified under the “E” category, which includes endocrine, nutritional, and...
by Natalie Tornese | Posted: Jun 9, 2022 | Infographics, Resources
Osteoporosis can occur with or without pathological fracture. Many medical specialists including endocrinologists, orthopedists, and rheumatologists are involved in treating osteoporosis, a bone-thinning condition. Rheumatology medical coding involves reporting the...
by Rajeev Rajagopal | Posted: Apr 12, 2022 | Medical Coding
Appropriate treatment and care are key to addressing urological disorders, which depends heavily on individual conditions. The duration of the treatment provided depends upon the gravity of the health condition. In comparison to other specialties, the coding and...
