AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2018 Issue 4; Ask the Editor
Disagreement with Coding Clinic Advice
What is the appropriate course of action when an individual, such as a coding educator or consultant, advises other coding professionals to disregard Coding Clinic because he or she personally disagrees with the advice, or states that the published advice conflicts with their understanding or interpretation of this advice? ...
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Article Overview
This article explains the role of official ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic advice and why it matters for coding consistency. It is intended for coding professionals, educators, consultants, and others who rely on published guidance from the ICD-10-CM/PCS Cooperating Parties. The discussion centers on how the advice is vetted, who issues it, and the broader context of organizations involved in maintaining the code sets and supporting uniform coded data.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate use of official coding guidance is important for consistent data reporting and for aligning coding practice with the standards established by the organizations responsible for ICD-10-CM/PCS guidance.
What You Will Learn
- The role of official ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic guidance
- Who participates in the approval and maintenance process for ICD-10-CM/PCS advice
- Why consistency in coded data depends on recognized source guidance
- How disagreements about published advice are framed in the context of official coding resources
Who Should Read This
- Coding professionals
- Coding educators
- Coding consultants
- Health information management staff
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