AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2016 Quarter 4; ICD-10-CM NEW/REVISED CODES
Bacteriuria
Code R82.7 , Abnormal findings on microbiological examination of urine, has been expanded to uniquely identify bacteriuria ( R82.71 ). In addition, a new code has been created for other abnormal findings on microbiological examination of urine ( R82.79 ). Bacteriuria refers to the presence of bacteria in a microscopic examination of the urine. In infants and young children, bacteriuria may lead to more detailed evaluations of the genitourinary system. ...
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Article Overview
This short article explains a coding update involving bacteriuria and related abnormal findings on urine microbiological examination, along with a brief general description of the clinical term. It is relevant for coding professionals and clinical staff who work with laboratory-related diagnosis coding and documentation for urinary findings.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers recognize how a urine microbiology finding is represented in the diagnosis code set and why documentation of bacteriuria may matter in pediatric and genitourinary contexts.
What You Will Learn
- How bacteriuria is discussed in relation to urine microbiology findings
- That the article addresses a coding update tied to abnormal urine examination findings
- Why the topic may be important in infants and young children from a documentation perspective
- How a brief clinical definition supports understanding of the coding topic
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation staff
- Health information management professionals
- Pediatric and genitourinary documentation readers
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