ICD-10-CM Outpatient Specialty Coding: Neurology Services

Hours: 1.50
# Course Code: REL-RCC-ICD10-DC-B06

This course provides information on the diseases, conditions, code structure, and chapter-specific guidelines pertaining to neurology services. Documentation for neurologic services in relation to risk adjustment is also discussed. The course focuses on conditions routinely treated in a neurology practice. Most of these conditions are found in Chapter 6, Diseases of the Nervous System (G00-G99). This course includes review of the following:

• Cerebrovascular disorders

• Parkinson's disease

• Alzheimer's and dementia

• Seizures, headaches, and sleep disorders

• Palsy, paralysis, and pain

Disclaimer: Before beginning this course, you should have access to the most recent version of ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification). Refer to the Resources section to find and download the necessary documents.

The codes and information in this course receive a comprehensive review annually and are updated as needed.

Course Description

This course provides information on the diseases, conditions, code structure, and chapter-specific guidelines pertaining to neurology services. Documentation for neurologic services in relation to risk adjustment is also discussed. The course focuses on conditions routinely treated in a neurology practice. Most of these conditions are found in Chapter 6, Diseases of the Nervous System (G00-G99). This course includes review of the following:

• Cerebrovascular disorders

• Parkinson's disease

• Alzheimer's and dementia

• Seizures, headaches, and sleep disorders

• Palsy, paralysis, and pain

Disclaimer: Before beginning this course, you should have access to the most recent version of ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification). Refer to the Resources section to find and download the necessary documents.

The codes and information in this course receive a comprehensive review annually and are updated as needed.

Certificates

Certificates provided by accrediting body (2 Match)

American Academy of Professional Coders

1.5 HOURS

This activity is approved for 1.5000 contact hours.

American Health Information Management Association

1.5 HOURS

“This program has been approved for 1.5000 continuing education unit(s) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.”

Course Details

Course Code: REL-RCC-ICD10-DC-B06

Hours: 1.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2023

Learning Objectives:
Describe the anatomy and basic function of the nervous system
Recognize the common conditions treated in the neurology setting
Assign ICD-10-CM codes to these conditions and disorders
Recall the commonly used codes related to neurology service from Chapter 21, Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services
Apply chapter-level instructional notes to coding these common conditions and disorders
Identify neurologic codes that affect risk adjustment (RA)

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Overview

Background: Neurology

Nervous System Anatomy and Physiology

Review

Section 3: Nervous System Diseases

Diseases of the Nervous System

Cerebrovascular Disorders

Coding: Cerebrovascular Disorders and Sequelae

Review

Section 4: Parkinson's, MS, Alzheimer's, and Dementia

Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis

Coding: Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis

Alzheimer's and Other Dementia

Coding: Alzheimer's and Other Dementia

Review

Section 5: Epilepsy, Seizures, and Headaches

Epilepsy and Seizures

Coding: Epilepsy and Seizures

Headaches

Coding: Headaches

Review

Section 6: Sleep and Nerve Disorders

Sleep Disorders

Coding: Sleep Disorders

Nerve Disorders

Coding: Nerve Disorders

Review

Section 7: Cerebral Palsy and Pain

Cerebral Palsy and Paralytic Syndromes

Coding: Cerebral Palsy and Paralytic Syndromes

Pain

Coding: Pain

Section 8: Chapter 21: Applicable Z Codes

Chapter 21: Applicable Z Codes for Neurology

Coding Practice

Review

Section 9: Risk Adjustment Coding and Documentation

Risk Adjustment and Neurology

HCCs and Neurologic Conditions

MEAT Documentation Required to Support HCC Coding

Documenting Neurology Diagnoses

Proper HCC Documentation

Example: Impact of Documentation with MEAT on HCCs

Section 10: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor(s)

Resources

References

Writer: Sarah A. Serling, CCS, CPC, COC, CRC, CCS-P, CEMC, CPC-I, ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer

Sarah is a Subject Matter Expert/Writer for Relias's Revenue Cycle and Coding online education. Sarah is credentialed by AHIMA as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P), as well as an approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. She is also credentialed by AAPC as a Certified Professional Coding Instructor (CPC-I), a certified professional coder (CPC), a certified outpatient hospital coder (COC), and a Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), with specialty certification in Evaluation and Management Services (CEMC). Sarah has clinical experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and extensive experience in both professional and facility ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding, education, auditing, and revenue cycle management. Sarah has also authored several coding textbooks and instructional resources.
Disclosure: Sarah A. Serling, CCS, CPC, COC, CRC, CCS-P, CEMC, CPC-I, ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Coding Specialists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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ICD-10-CM Outpatient Specialty Coding: Neurology Services

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American Academy of Professional Coders

American Health Information Management Association

$ 30.0 $30.00

$30.00