Description:
This session is designed to educate physicians on the critical importance of accurate diagnosis for the correct assignment of ICD-10 codes. The session will address how to appropriately cover the fundamentals of ICD-10 coding, common pitfalls, strategies for improving diagnostic accuracy, and the impact of accurate coding on revenue integrity with your physicians with active engagement.
Learning Objectives -
Understand the Importance of Accurate Diagnosis:
Recognize the role of accurate diagnosis in patient care, reimbursement, and compliance.
Identify the consequences of incorrect coding on healthcare outcomes and financial stability.
Improve Diagnostic Accuracy:
Apply best practices for thorough and precise diagnostic processes.
Utilize clinical documentation improvement (CDI) strategies to support accurate coding.
Avoid Common Coding Pitfalls:
Identify common errors in ICD-10 code assignment and strategies to avoid them.
Implement checks and balances to ensure coding accuracy.
NAMAS presentations are submitted for approval to the AAPC and requested for 1 credit hour for Core A and all applicable certifications, including CPMA.