Course Code: REL-RCC-ICD10-DC-B09
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Describe the anatomy and basic function of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Determine the common musculoskeletal disorders classified to Chapter 13.
Recognize common injuries related to bones, muscles, and joints classified to Chapter 19, Injury, Poisoning, and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes
Assign ICD-10-CM codes to these common musculoskeletal disorders and injuries classified to Chapter 13 and Chapter 19.
Identify the commonly used codes related to orthopedic services from Chapter 21, Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services
Apply chapter-level instructional notes to coding orthopedic conditions, disorders, and injuries classified to Chapter 13 and Chapter 19.
Recall orthopedic codes that affect risk adjustment (RA).
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview
Background: Orthopedic Conditions and Disorders
Anatomy and Physiology: Musculoskeletal System
Review
Section 3: Orthopedic Coding
Orthopedic Coding
Acute Traumatic Fractures and External Causes
Coding Guidelines: Orthopedic Conditions
Review
Section 4: Arthritis and Traumatic Fractures
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Gout
Coding: Arthritis
Traumatic Fractures
Fracture 7th Character Designations
Coding: Traumatic Fractures
Review
Section 5: Osteoporosis and Pathological Fractures
Osteoporosis
Pathological Fractures
Coding: Osteoporosis and Pathologic Fractures
Review
Section 6: Sprains, Strains, Dislocations, and Derangements
Sprains, Strains, and Dislocations
Coding: Sprains, Strains, and Dislocations
Knee Derangements
Coding: Knee Derangements
Review
Section 7: Neck, Back, and Spine Disorders
Neck, Back, and Spine Disorders
Coding: Neck, Back, and Spine Disorders
Review
Section 8: Chapter 21: Applicable Z Codes
Chapter 21: Applicable Z Codes for Orthopedic Services
Review
Section 9: Risk Adjustment Coding and Documentation
Risk Adjustment and Orthopedic Services
HCCs for Orthopedics
MEAT Documentation Required to Support HCC Coding
Documenting HCCs
Proper HCC Documentation
Example: Impact of Documentation with MEAT on HCCs
Section 10: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor(s)
Resources
References
Glossary
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.