AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2017 Issue 1; Ask the Editor
Sequencing of Type 2 Myocardial Infarction
Our cardiologists have stated that if type 2 myocardial infarction (T2MI) is documented, it should be coded to a non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). We are trying to minimize the number of queries regarding these type of MI’s and would like Coding Clinic’s advice regarding this statement. ...
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Article Overview
This article addresses how type 2 myocardial infarction documentation is discussed in coding guidance and why it matters for accurate ICD-10-CM assignment and query reduction. It is written for coding professionals, CDI staff, and clinicians who handle cardiac documentation. The discussion centers on myocardial infarction terminology, related electrocardiogram patterns, and coding guidance from Coding Clinic.
Why This Topic Matters
Clear documentation of myocardial infarction type affects diagnosis coding consistency, query volume, and communication between clinicians and coding staff. The article helps readers understand the broad guidance environment surrounding type 2 MI documentation and related ICD-10-CM assignment.
What You Will Learn
- How type 2 myocardial infarction documentation is discussed in coding guidance
- Why myocardial infarction terminology can affect ICD-10-CM assignment
- What broad documentation themes are associated with NSTEMI, STEMI, and ECG findings
- How Coding Clinic guidance may be used to support coding consistency
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation improvement specialists
- Cardiology clinicians
- Revenue cycle professionals
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