Diagnosis coding corner: Proposed ICD-10-CM update contains new headaches

Why This Topic Matters

Annual ICD-10-CM updates can affect documentation review, coder education, and internal reference materials. This preview helps readers identify which clinical areas are likely to require attention when the proposed changes are finalized.

Article Sections

1. Overview of the proposed FY2021 ICD-10-CM update

   Introduces the scale and timing of the proposed update and notes the types of changes included across the code set.

2. Handling headache codes

   Focuses on the proposed changes affecting headache-related coding and related intracranial hypotension and cerebrospinal fluid leak categories.

3. Updates to behavioral health, arthritis

   Summarizes proposed additions in substance-related diagnoses, arthritis categories, and musculoskeletal conditions.

4. Chapter 13 and Chapter 19 additions

   Describes broader additions in musculoskeletal and injury/toxic effect categories that expand reporting options for selected conditions.