Dermatology Coding Alert

Keep current and accurate training and records.

With a solid ICD-9 coding policy, your dermatology practice can ensure strong documentation to show medical necessity for services your physicians provide. Here's how to establish a policy that will go the distance when auditors come calling:

Establish Coding Resources

Step 1. The first building block of a well-designed coding policy is to indicate that you adhere to the ICD-9-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, says Tricia A. Twombly, BSN, RN, HCS-D, CHCE, senior education consultant and director of coding with Foundation Management Services in Denton, Texas. Not staying up-to-date with these standard rules can [...]

- Published on 2011-08-12