BC Advantage - 2023 Issue 11

Pediatric Craniosynostosis Coding in ICD-10-CM

Craniosynostosis, a complex craniofacial condition, impacts approximately one in every 2,500 babies in the United States. This article delves into the complexity of this congenital disability, shedding light on its various forms, categorized broadly by either an unknown cause or an underlying condition. Moreover, we explore ICD-10-CM coding for these diagnoses, including the recent updates as of October 1 of this year, designed to reflect the diverse types of craniosynostosis.Understanding Craniosynostosis See Figure 1, which represents the normal skull of a newborn, showing the major cranial sutures, including the metopic, coronal, sagittal, and lambdoid sutures. Craniosynostosis...

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