AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 2012 Issue 1; Notice

Request for Coding Advice

Please formulate and submit your specific question regarding ICD-9-CM coding. Only one question may be submitted per request. Include pertinent documentation along with your request that will assist the Central Office in determining the appropriate diagnosis and/or procedure code assignment(s). The health record documentation may include copies of the discharge summary, history and physical examination, consultation report, progress notes and operative and pathology reports (if applicable). Other relevant information such as nursing or physician notes should be presented in a typed format. Questions submitted without the supporting health record documentation may be returned unanswered. In accordance with HIPAA requirements...

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