ICD-9 Coding: Ring in the New Year with a Refresher of Alcohol Related Diagnoses

Make sure you select the right diagnosis code when alcohol is a factor an ED visit

The New Year is upon us and with it comes an increase in alcohol-related presentations to the ED. Although many presenting problems are injuries or illnesses to which alcohol was a contributing factor, it may be worth reviewing the various alcohol-related diagnoses that are available and when to apply them in the ED setting. Take a look at some common patient types:

1. Patients who are brought in because they are impaired

It is not uncommon for a highly intoxicated person to be brought to the ED [...]

- Published on 2011-12-20