tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2016 Issue 5

ICD-10 Coding for Zika Virus: Is Your ED Ready For A Zika Outbreak?

Zone in on the terminology and symptoms that will help you code accurately ICD-10 Focus: Zika  ICD-10's October 2015 debut brought higher levels of specificity for reporting all types of injuries and diseases. But when emerging infectious diseases, such as the Zika virus, come on the scene, choosing the most appropriate ICD-10 code is a challenge for clinicians and coders alike. USA Today reports that public health officials are increasingly concerned about the Zika virus' potential impact on the United States. The New York Times reports that the mosquito that carries the Zika virus is present in 30 states...

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