Course Code: REL-RCC-ICD10-DC-B02
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Recall the anatomy and basic function of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Recognize the common skin conditions classified to Chapter 12.
Assign ICD-10-CM codes to the common skin disorders classified to Chapter 12.
Recognize the commonly used codes related to dermatology services from Chapter 21, Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services (Z00-Z99).
Apply chapter-level instructional notes to coding dermatology disorders classified to Chapter 9 and Chapter 21.
Explain dermatological codes that affect risk adjustment (RA).
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview
Background: Disorders of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Anatomy and Physiology: Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Review
Section 3: Coding Dermatologic Diseases
Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Excluded Conditions
Section 4: Skin Infections
Skin Infections
Types of Skin Infections
Coding: Infections of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Review
Section 5: Dermatitis, Eczema, and Psoriasis
Dermatitis, Eczema, and Psoriasis
Coding: Dermatitis, Eczema, and Papulosquamous Disorders
Coding Practice: Dermatitis
Section 6: Urticaria and Erythema
Urticaria and Erythema
Coding: Urticaria and Erythema
Review
Section 7: Nail and Hair Disorders
Nail Disorders and Alopecia
Coding: Nail Disorders and Alopecia
Section 8: Acne and Rosacea
Acne and Rosacea
Coding: Acne and Rosacea
Review
Section 9: Pressure Ulcers
Pressure Ulcers
Pressure Ulcer Stages
Coding: Pressure Ulcers
Coding Guidelines: Pressure Ulcers
Non-pressure Skin Ulcers
Coding Guidelines: Non-pressure Ulcers
Coding: Non-pressure Ulcers
Review
Section 10: Z Codes for Dermatology
Chapter 21: Applicable Services
Coding Practice: Dermatology Z Codes
Section 11: Risk Adjustment Coding and Documentation
Risk Adjustment and Dermatology Services
HCCs for Dermatology
MEAT Documentation Required to Support HCC Coding
Documenting HCCs
Proper HCC Documentation
Example: Impact of Documentation with MEAT on HCCs
Section 12: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor(s)
Resources
References
Glossary
Exam and Brainsparks
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 extensive experience in both professional and facility ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding, education, auditing, and revenue cycle management. She has clinical experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Medical Assistant (MA) and has served as Director of Physician Billing and Reimbursement for a regional health system, Manager of Coding and Compliance for a hospital and cancer center, and Business Manager of Physician Practices at a teaching hospital, as well as a coding auditor and consultant. Sarah has also authored several coding textbooks, and other instructional resources.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Coding Specialists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.