Transition to ICD-10: 2017 coding guidelines clarify definition of ‘with,’ when to use bilateral codes
Review the revised 2017 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting before Oct. 1 to finalize your preparations for the updated code set. After the code changes take effect, be on the lookout for denials that may be triggered by payers relying on outdated information.
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