Description
This module provides an overview of the codes in ICD-10-CM Chapter 18 for symptoms, signs and other atypical findings on clinical tests. This module reviews codeable documentation and the guidelines for coding signs and symptoms.
Upon purchase, you will have a 6-month subscription to this module. This will allow you the opportunity to complete and review as often as you like for 6 months.
NOTE:
Haugen Academy is working to update this module to ensure compliance with official coding advice for FY2018. You are able to view this module in its entirety but understand that the coding updates for October 1st, 2017 are still being processed.
If you have questions or concerns about the content of this module, please contact us at hahelp@thehaugengroup.com.
Objectives
•Identify the differences between a sign and a symptom.
•Determine the appropriateness of coding signs and symptoms.
•Utilize the Glascow coma scale to assign coma scale codes.
•State the minimum number of codes needed to report severe sepsis.
•Identify various types of codes available for coding abnormal laboratory findings in specimens.
•Apply ICD-10-CM coding principles and guidelines to selected clinical scenarios for signs, symptoms, and abnormal clinical findings.
•Given a diagnostic statement or case study, assign ICD-10-CM codes.
CE Credits
AHIMA
This program has been approved for 1 continuing education unit for use in fulfilling the continued 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.
AAPC
This program has the prior approval of the American Academy for Professional Coders (AAPC) for 1 continuing education hour. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.
Technical Requirements
Recommended operating systems:
Window 7 or higher
Mac OS 10.7 or higher
Supported Browsers:
Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 or greater
Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or greater
Google Chrome 2.0 or greater
Apple Safari 2.0 or greater
Internet:
DSL or better
Recommended internet connection speed 500 or higher kbps
Additional Software:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Flash Player
Current version of Java
Sound: (all modules are fully narrated)
Computer speakers or headset
Printer:
Printer access to print CEU certifications
Belinda R. –
Sharon B. –
Excellent learning tool. It helps to learn the material covered in class.
Robert S. –
This was a challenging module
Patricia T. –
Brenda K. –
Thanks for great review of SIRS, sepsis, and severe sepsis. So very helpful!