AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 2012 Issue 3; Ask the Editor
Visceral Hypersensitivity Syndrome
This patient presented with a five day history of abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. EGD was performed, however no obvious cause for her symptoms were identified. It was felt that the patient was most likely suffering from a visceral hypersensitivity syndrome. How is visceral hypersensitivity syndrome coded? ...
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Article Overview
This article discusses how visceral hypersensitivity syndrome is approached from a medical coding perspective, including the clinical context in which it may be considered and the category of code associated with it. It is useful for coders, auditors, and clinical documentation staff who need to understand how this diagnosis topic is represented in coding references.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding this topic helps coding professionals connect a nonspecific gastrointestinal symptom picture with the appropriate diagnostic coding reference used in the article.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames visceral hypersensitivity syndrome in coding terms
- The broader gastrointestinal context associated with this diagnosis topic
- Why the topic is relevant when no obvious cause is identified in the clinical workup
- The kind of coding guidance the article provides for this condition
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Revenue cycle staff
- Healthcare providers
Codes Discussed
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