STROKE CODING: If The Doc Says 'Stroke,' You Can List 434.91

Article Overview

This article is for coders, billing staff, radiology practices, and other healthcare professionals who work with stroke-related documentation and ICD-9 reporting. It describes a revision in how the term "stroke" is indexed in ICD-9, notes the importance of confirming whether hemorrhage is present, and highlights the broader impact of documentation detail on coverage and reimbursement. It also mentions the need for practices to update internal reference materials and stay aligned with the revised index.