AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2024 Quarter 4; New/Revised ICD-10-CM Codes
Pica in Adults
A 20-year-old patient presented with complaints of consuming paper and cardboard. The onset of this behavior occurred approximately 2 months ago. Initially, the patient consumed pieces of cardboard and that started an interest in eating more paper products. The patient also reported a low mood, decreased interest in daily activities, and feeling tired and overwhelmed throughout the day. Eating the cardboard gave the patient a sense of relaxation. Physical examination was normal. The patient was diagnosed with pica secondary to severe depression without psychotic symptoms. What are the appropriate diagnosis code assignments for this encounter? ...
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Article Overview
This premium article covers adult pica and a coding-oriented case example that links the topic to diagnostic assignment in a clinical encounter. It is relevant to coders, billers, auditors, and clinicians who need to understand how the subject is represented in diagnosis coding guidance and how related conditions may be discussed in an encounter-based example.
Why This Topic Matters
Adult pica is a specific diagnosis topic that may be documented alongside other behavioral or psychiatric conditions. Understanding the article helps users recognize the scope of the diagnosis discussion and the type of coding example provided for encounter documentation.
Article Sections
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Overview
Introduces adult pica as a diagnosis topic and explains the general nature of the condition in broad terms.
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Clinical Example and Coding Question
Presents a short encounter-based scenario and asks about diagnosis assignment for the visit.
What You Will Learn
- How adult pica is presented as a diagnosis topic
- What types of associated clinical documentation may appear in an encounter example
- How the article frames diagnosis assignment questions for coding review
- What general subject matter is covered when pica appears with another condition
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Physicians and other clinicians
Codes Discussed
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