tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 32

Icd-9 Coding: Master Diagnosis Coding in 3 Easy Steps

Hint: Medical necessity is not necessarily a top priority in selecting a codeIf your diagnosis coding fails to support medical necessity for the services you provide, carriers can deny claims outright or may require repayment at a later date. Even when a procedure or service is medically necessary and appropriate, faulty ICD-9 coding can derail the claim.Today we've got three tips to help you ace diagnosis coding.1. Think Accuracy First, Medical Necessity Second. You should always strive to report ICD-9 codes that accurately and completely describe the patient's condition as supported by your documentation.You shouldn't code...

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