AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2014 Issue 2; Ask the Editor
Shock Liver
A patient was admitted to our facility with acute on chronic systolic heart failure and found to be in cardiogenic shock with acute renal failure and acidosis. The physician documented that the patient had “shock liver” as well. What is the correct diagnosis code for shock liver in ICD–10-CM? ...
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Article Overview
This short coding article explains how a clinician-documented diagnosis of shock liver is addressed in ICD-10-CM. It is intended for coders and billing professionals who need to understand the topic, the code set involved, and the general type of guidance provided for assigning the diagnosis in an acute care context.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate diagnosis coding for shock liver affects record abstraction, claim integrity, and consistency when the condition appears with major systemic illness. The article is relevant to facilities and coders working with ICD-10-CM inpatient documentation.
What You Will Learn
- How shock liver is discussed in ICD-10-CM coding context.
- What type of diagnosis coding guidance the article provides.
- How the topic relates to inpatient documentation and acute care coding.
- How coma status is referenced in the article’s coding discussion.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Inpatient CDI specialists
- Billing professionals
- Health information management staff
Codes Discussed
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