tci Part B Insider - 2013 Issue 42

Dysphagia Coding: Follow 4 Steps to Ease Your Dysphagia Dilemmas

Hint: Your best coding starts with a detailed diagnosis. If your practitioner treats a patient for dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing), catching all the details will make the difference in your coding. Read on for our experts’ advice on making the correct choices. 1. Know What to Watch for In Exam “Actually the best coding starts with a detailed history and exam,” says Cheryl Odquist, CPC, CPC-I, senior coding and documentation specialist for Scripps Health in San Diego, Cal. History: “It’s important to note whether the problem is difficulty swallowing or pain on swallowing (odynophagia),&rdquo...

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