The International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD) is a medical classification list owned by the World Health Organization (WHO). The United States has used their own Clinical Modification (-CM) of the 10th revision (ICD-10) for coding medical encounters sinc...
Abnormal Levels in Urine Collection: New CodesPatients who form kidney stones often have their urine sent away for diagnostic testing, looking for abnormal levels of urine substances that may alter their risk of stone formation. When identified, therapy can be directed at those abnormalities. Comm...
ConclusionsIt is vitally important that providers and billing staff are aware of the changes that occur at the annual ICD-10-CM updates, specifically to the changes that may affect their individual practice. This article will help urologists and those who treat genitourinary conditions prepare. ...