Basics of ICD-10-CM Coding for LTC
Accuracy of ICD-10-CM coding and reporting is now more important than ever to receive accurate reimbursement. In this Basics of ICD-10-CM Coding for LTC course we will present the learner with an introduction to the ICD-10-CM coding system, an overview of the ICD-10-CM coding manual as well as a review of the general coding conventions and guidelines to follow when assigning ICD-10-CM codes.
The content in this course is applicable to MDS, Billing, and other staff responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM codes in the SNF/NF setting.
Accuracy of ICD-10-CM coding and reporting is now more important than ever to receive accurate reimbursement. In this Basics of ICD-10-CM Coding for LTC course we will present the learner with an introduction to the ICD-10-CM coding system, an overview of the ICD-10-CM coding manual as well as a review of the general coding conventions and guidelines to follow when assigning ICD-10-CM codes. The content in this course is applicable to MDS, Billing, and other staff responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM codes in the SNF/NF setting.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Nurses will receive 1.00 Nursing Contact Hours after successfully completing this course.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
California Board of Registered Nursing
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP# 13791
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Florida Board of Nursing
Florida Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Georgia Board of Nursing
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Kentucky Board of Nursing
Kentucky Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Mississippi Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
New Mexico Board of Nursing
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
North Dakota Board of Nursing
North Dakota Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
South Carolina Board of Nursing
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.00 contact hours for participating in this course.
Describe the anatomy of an ICD-10-CM code.
Identify the two main sections of the ICD-10-CM manual.
Differentiate between the Alphabetic Index and the Tabular List.
Describe at least five general coding conventions.
Describe the types of documentation used to identify diagnoses.
Define the term principal diagnosis for SNF residents.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Meet Your ICD-10 Codes
Regulatory Requirements
Characteristics of ICD-10 Codes
Dissecting an ICD-10 Code
Review
Summary
Section 3: The ICD-10-CM Manual
Overview of the ICD-10-CM Manual
Alphabetic Index
Tabular List
Review
Summary
Section 4: ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines
ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines
ICD-10-CM General Coding Conventions
ICD-10-CM General Coding Guidelines
Review
Summary
Section 5: Coding for LTC
Documentation for ICD-10-CM Coding
Finding and Assigning ICD10-CM Codes
Sequencing ICD-10-CM Codes
Case Scenario
ICD-10-CM Coding and PDPM
Additional ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding on the MDS
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Ron Orth obtained a nursing degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1985 and a B. A. in Health Care Administration from Concordia University in 1996. Mr. Orth possesses over 30 years of nursing experience with over 20 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Mr. Orth has extensive experience in teaching Medicare regulations to healthcare providers both in the US and internationally. Mr. Orth is currently the Director of Curriculum Design for the Acute and Post-acute Care verticals at Relias. Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA.
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
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