LAP Flap (Lumbar Artery Perforator Flap) New Codes (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) The LAP flap is a type of autologous breast reconstruction that uses skin and tissue from the lower back and love handle to make a breast. This detached tissue is used to make a...
Zero Balance Ultrafiltration (Coding Clinic, 1Q 2025) Ultrafiltration Explained: Ultrafiltration is used to maintain volume management and/or filter the blood in order to reduce the adverse effects of hemodilution during CPB. Example: A patient was admitted for a...
Updates – Complications and Comorbidities Homelessness codes in the SDOH section of ICD-10-CM are now Complications/Comorbidities effective with October 1, 2024 discharges. This is due to a higher average cost to care for such individuals. Updated Codes:...
New Codes for Anosognosia (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) R41.85 is the new code for Anosognosia in the ‘Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness’ category. What is Anosognosia? Anosognosia, also called lack of insight, is a...
Obesity Guidelines Update Obesity class designation can only be coded based on PROVIDER documentation. The obesity class codes in subcategory E66.81, Obesity class, require a fifth character to convey the severity of obesity. The obesity class should be...