Improving a physician query by examining principal and secondary diagnosis selection

Article Overview

This article covers physician query practices in the inpatient coding context, with emphasis on principal and secondary diagnosis selection, documentation clarity, and the role of standard inpatient coding guidance. It is aimed at coders and CDI staff who want a broader understanding of how diagnosis documentation affects query creation and sequencing decisions. The discussion references UHDDS, ICD-10-CM/PCS, the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and AHA Coding Clinic at a high level.