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Coding Tips: New Codes, Branched Intraluminal Device
New Technology, Branched Intraluminal Device New Codes (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) The GORE® EXCLUDER® Thoracoabdominal Branch Endoprosthesis (TAMBE) is a branched intraluminal device that is used for repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAA) and...
CDI Tips: Electrolyte Disorders
Electrolyte Disorders Electrolyte imbalances are defined as electrolyte levels that fall outside the normal reference ranges established by institutional laboratories. Management of these imbalances typically includes correction of the abnormal values, daily...
Coding Tips: New Codes for Carcinoid Heart Syndrome/Hedinger Syndrome
New Codes for Carcinoid Heart Syndrome (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges)Code E34.0 was expanded to create new codes to identify Carcinoid syndrome: • E34.0 Carcinoid syndrome• E34.00 Unspecified• E34.01 Carcinoid heart syndrome• E34.09 Other Carcinoid...
Coding Tips: New Codes, Drug-eluting Resorbable Scaffold
New Technology, Drug-eluting Resorbable Scaffold New Codes (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) New Technology: Esprit™ BTK Everolimus Eluting Resorbable Scaffold System Esprit is designed to physically support the vessel and release everolimus to reduce the risk of...
Coding Tips: Connectomic Analysis Mapping of the Brain
Connectomic Analysis Mapping of the Brain New Codes (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) Connectomics is the study of nervous system connections of the brain. Mapping allows the assessment of brain connectivity and function relevant to the causes of mental and...
Coding Tip: Computer-Assisted Navigation with Mazor X Stealth™ Robotic Guidance
A patient with scoliosis and progressive deformity was admitted for posterior spinal fusion with instrumentation. A longitudinal incision along the length of the spine was made. The posterior elements of the spine were identified and prepared for fusion. A Mazor X™...
CDI Tips: Anemia
Anemia Definition: Anemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or the hemoglobin (Hgb) concentration within them is lower than normal. Common types of anemia: Iron deficiency, Aplastic, Hemolytic, and Acute blood loss and Chronic blood loss Hgb is...
Streamlining Legacy Data: Efficient Validation for Reliable Healthcare Archives
For a Mid-Atlantic Health System, e4health’s validation expertise proved transformative in archiving data from a sprawling EMR system. Tasked with 90 validations, e4health completed the project in just four weeks, meticulously reviewing every encounter, document, and data element. This included cross-referencing clinical notes, lab results, and imaging reports to ensure no data was lost or misrepresented in the archive.
Register for Mastering Version 28 Updates
Acquire substantial knowledge on pertinent and current coding industry subjects. Join Kim Felix & Jeanie Heck for an in-depth exploration of V28. Beginning January 2026, Medicare Advantage will fully implement the CMS-HCC Version 28 risk adjustment model,...
HIM Spotlight: Top Tips for Remote HIM Professionals to Stay Connected and Thrive
By Sabrina Yousfi, MBA, RHIA, CCS, CDIP, SVP, Mid-Revenue Cycle at e4health Many roles within Health Information Management (HIM) can now be done remotely thanks to advances in technology and healthcare organizations’ ability to uphold privacy and security in virtual...
Coding Tip: Hepatorenal Syndrome with Acute Kidney Injury
A patient presents with acute kidney injury (AKI) likely secondary to hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) secondary to metastatic breast cancer to the liver. Would AKI and HRS be reported separately or is AKI integral to HRS? Both conditions are reported to accurately reflect...
Coding Tip: CAR-NK Infusion ICD-10-PCS Code Assignment
CAR-NK cell therapy is an investigational therapy that utilizes extracted natural killer cells from donated umbilical cord blood. NK cells are part of the innate immune system which provide the first line of defense against pathogens and cancer cells. Chimeric antigen...