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When diagnoses are linked by “with,” ICD-10-CM presumes a causal relationship, but should you? There are 11 possible definitions of the word “with,” according to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary. In ICD-10-CM, “with” has a single, specific meaning that must be applied with care. This may create a challenge when coding causal relationships because you are taught to […]
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Are your clinicians reporting patient relationship codes on their Medicare Part B claims? The HCPCS Level II modifiers are voluntary this year, making it a good time to get in practice. What Is the Purpose of Patient Relationship Categories and Codes? The Medicare Access and CHIP Authorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) requires the Centers for […]
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