AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 2011 Issue 2; Ask the Editor
Definition of Principal Procedure
Is the concept of principal procedure still valid for coding and reporting purposes? ...
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Article Overview
This short article addresses the concept of principal procedure in hospital coding and reporting. It explains the topic in the context of the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set and the uniform claim, and notes the relationship to prior Coding Clinic material. It is relevant for hospital coders, inpatient coding staff, and compliance or reporting professionals who work with discharge data elements and procedure sequencing.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding principal procedure affects how inpatient procedure information is represented in hospital discharge data and claim reporting. The article helps readers locate the topic within UHDDS-based reporting guidance and recognize that related payer-reporting commentary is separate from UHDDS.
What You Will Learn
- How principal procedure is addressed in hospital discharge data and claim reporting
- How the topic is tied to UHDDS and the uniform claim
- How the article frames prior Coding Clinic commentary in relation to UHDDS
- What general factors are discussed when identifying the principal procedure
Who Should Read This
- Hospital coders
- Inpatient coding professionals
- Health information management staff
- Clinical documentation and reporting teams
- Compliance professionals
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