E/M Coding Alert - 2009 Issue 21
PHYSICIAN NOTES :Take Note of New Diagnosis Code That Applies to H1N1 Virus " Also Known As 'Swine Flu'
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Article Overview
This short article alerts readers to a coding update tied to influenza diagnosis reporting and mentions a separate payment-related note. It is aimed at physicians, coders, and billing staff who need to stay current on diagnosis code changes and other practice-relevant reimbursement news.
Why This Topic Matters
The article highlights a newly added diagnosis category in ICD-9-CM that supports reporting of specific influenza cases, which can affect documentation and claims processing. It also flags an unrelated practice issue that may be relevant to reimbursement monitoring.
What You Will Learn
- That ICD-9-CM received a revision related to influenza diagnosis reporting.
- That the article mentions a separate note about therapy cap amounts.
- That the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics is referenced in connection with the update.
- That the update is tied to a 2009 addenda and an effective date in the fall.
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Practice managers
- Revenue cycle staff
Codes Discussed
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