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In ICD-10 CM, the code for a patient who receives hemodialysis through a central line which results in a bloodstream infection is coded as T80.211A. The coder should use an additional code to specify the specific infection, such as sepsis (A41.9) and an additional code (R65.2-) to identify severe sepsis, if applicable. Consider CCHIS for your ICD-10 CM/PCS training/auditing needs. Visit https://sites.google.com//gain-know/icd-10-cm-pcs-training for more details.

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In ICD-10 PCS,thrombus aspirations of coronary arteries would be coded using the character values 02C with the root operation being "Extirpation." The coder must consider what is being done during the procedure in this instance rather than the teminology used for the procedure (aspiration) to help decide which root operation would be appropriate. The ICD-10 PCS Medical & Surgical Section Reference Guide contains guidelines, tips, and everything a coder will need to master ...coding surgical procedures found in the Medical & Surgical Section of the ICD-10 PCS nomenclature. The reference guide can be used as a study guide for taking certification exams and for day-to-day procedural coding. The reference guide was designed to allow for the easy application of procedural guidelines using a system of graphic art. Preview and purchase the reference guide at https://sites.google.com//gain-knowledge-of-medica/e-books. See more

The CMS grace period for ICD-10 has come to an end. Compliance and accurate medical coding will be strictly enforced. Contact CCHIS to ensure your your coding will meet industry standards. https://sites.google.com//gain-knowledge-of-medical-codin/

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