BC Advantage - 2024 Issue 11

Thanksgiving ICD-10 Codes to Keep in Mind

Thanksgiving Day, while a time for celebration, food, and gratitude, can sometimes present unforeseen medical challenges. To help healthcare providers accurately code these situations, we've compiled a list of relevant Thanksgiving-themed ICD-10 codes.   From turkey injuries to food allergies, here are some codes that might come in handy this holiday season:   W61.43: Pecked by a Turkey, Initial EncounterTurkeys can be feisty, especially during the holiday season. If a patient has been the unfortunate victim of a turkey attack, this code can be used to document the injury. Be sure to specify whether it's an initial, subsequent...

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