ICD-9 code 994 for Effects of other external causes is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER AND UNSPECIFIED EFFECTS OF EXTERNAL CAUSES (990-995).
Subscribe to Codify by AAPC and get the code details in a flash.
View the ICD-9 code's corresponding Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs). In a click, verify the DRG, its IPPS allowable, length of stay, and more. Protect your facility's payments by subscribing to DRG Coder.
Genetics counseling by NP is billed with E/M. Question is can you bill Preventative Visit code in addition to the office visit code. The visit is to discuss all things genetic testing and plan. Exa... [ Read More ]
Hello, My manager is seeking 3 Coders for a possible permanent position as a Compliance/Precertification Analyst in Wayne, PA. Please contact me directly if you have any information I can forward to ... [ Read More ]
Hi All,
You certainly can bill the 994 series for a visit where the patient presents for a colonoscopy screening. The GI is going over the risks and benefits of the procedure as well as how to prep. ... [ Read More ]
[b]Coding Dallas May 2015[/b]
> My name is Mark Lerner. I am a CPMA with the Richardson, Texas Chapter.
What we need is simple.
> Certified coders and/or billers with experience. Experience needs to ... [ Read More ]
My name is Mark Lerner. I am a CPMA with the Richardson, Texas Chapter. A company that I work for is looking to hire approximately 1000 coders and billers within the next 30 days. We have more than 10... [ Read More ]
Hi, sounds like a lot of fun and I am also wanting to put together a meeting for new members, new coders entering this field.
Also, can you send a copy of the Password Game, too.
Thank you for your ... [ Read More ]
[b]modifiers powerpoint presentation[/b]
Hi Sarah,
I was wondering if it was possible to get a copy of your Modifier Presentation you offered in July to other chapters please.
I recently was elected... [ Read More ]
Maybe: a non fatal submersion ???
2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 994.1
Drowning and nonfatal submersion
Short description: Drowning/nonfatal submer.... [ Read More ]
Set up your office to successfully bill transitional care management services. Transitional care management TCM CPT codes were introduced by the American Medical Association in 2013 and were subsequen... [ Read More ]
Key changes in the 2023 MPFS final rule provide coding clarity. Prolonged services are provided when the time spent caring for a patient exceeds the usual evaluation and management EM service. Coding ... [ Read More ]
Ensuring patients receive the best care possible is good for business. Primary care providers PCPs act as frontline medical decision makers to patients. A patient may present with any condition and mo... [ Read More ]
Are your providers up to date with advance care planning requirements Advance care planning ACP is a topic few want to think about but its a helpful tool for patients their families and providers. ACP... [ Read More ]
Are inaccuracies in patients medical records costing your practice Accurate documentation of time in the medical record serves two purposes to ensure quality patient care and to meet requirements for ... [ Read More ]