AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2016 Issue 3; Ask the Editor
Audiologist Reporting of Newborn Routine and Failed Auditory Screening
An audiologist performs a hearing screening for a newborn in the hospital prior to discharge. The results are normal. What code should the audiologist report for his/her services? ...
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Article Overview
This premium article explains how an audiologist’s newborn hearing screening services are reported in two common hospital discharge scenarios: a routine screening with normal results and a screening that is not passed during the birth episode. It is intended for coders, billing staff, and audiology professionals who need to understand the general reporting context for newborn screening encounters and related documentation.
Why This Topic Matters
Newborn hearing screening reporting can differ depending on whether the screening result is normal or abnormal during the birth episode. Clear understanding of the reporting context helps support accurate documentation and appropriate claim preparation.
What You Will Learn
- The reporting context for routine newborn hearing screening services
- The reporting context when a newborn does not pass an initial hearing screening
- How the article distinguishes between screening scenarios during the birth episode
- The general documentation considerations tied to audiologist services for newborn hearing screening
Who Should Read This
- Audiologists
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle personnel
- Health information management professionals
Codes Discussed
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