AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2021 Quarter 1; Ask the Editor
Non-Epileptic Pseudoseizures
A patient was admitted following six pseudoseizures within 48 hours. The provider’s final diagnostic statement recorded “Seizure due to non-epileptic pseudoseizures.” What is the appropriate code assignment for non-epileptic pseudoseizures? ...
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Article Overview
This article addresses a narrow ICD-10-CM coding question involving a seizure-related diagnostic statement and the documentation context that supports code assignment. It is useful for coders, auditors, and clinicians who need to understand how the topic is treated in a coding reference and what type of documentation is being discussed. The article centers on a single scenario and the general guidance associated with it.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate classification of seizure-like presentations depends on the wording in the medical record and the documented clinical context. This kind of guidance helps coding professionals apply diagnosis coding consistently when records contain terminology that can be ambiguous.
What You Will Learn
- How this seizure-related topic is framed in a coding reference.
- What type of documentation context is discussed for code assignment.
- Why record wording matters in diagnosis coding for this scenario.
- The general ICD-10-CM subject area addressed by the article.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Billing staff
- Healthcare providers
Codes Discussed
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