decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2009 Issue 7 (July)
Use new ICD-9 code for swine flu
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Article Overview
This article covers a 2009 ICD-9 coding update tied to the H1N1 swine flu response, along with related flu screening procedures and a Medicare vaccine reminder referenced by CMS. It is relevant to coders, billers, and compliance staff looking for the general scope of the update, the affected code set, and the organizations involved.
Why This Topic Matters
Timely identification of the applicable ICD-9 changes and related screening references helped practices stay aligned with CMS guidance during the H1N1 public health response.
Article Sections
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ICD-9 update for H1N1 and avian influenza
Discusses the addition of new influenza-related diagnosis codes in the ICD-9 system and the public health context behind the update.
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Related screening procedures and specimen handling
Notes the screening tests referenced in connection with flu evaluation and mentions handling steps for specimens after collection.
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Medicare vaccine reminder
Summarizes a CMS reminder about flu vaccine administration during the season and the possibility of more than one shot in the context of H1N1.
What You Will Learn
- The general purpose of the ICD-9 influenza update
- Which organizations were cited in connection with the coding change
- What related screening procedures were referenced
- What CMS reminder was included regarding flu vaccination
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Compliance staff
- Practice managers
- Healthcare administrators
Codes Discussed
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