CMS has posted proposed updates for ICD-9 2011, and transfusion-reaction codes are everywhere. But remember that ICD-9 codes will go into effect on October 1, 2010. As such, the codes are not yet final.
At present, if you need to code hemochromatosis, ICD 9 points you to 275.0. ICD 9 2011 plans to make 275.0 invalid and replace it with more specific codes.
The FDA Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) has made a proposal for a code for transfusion-associated hemochromatosis. This code may be helpful when patients require chelation.
A proposal for hemochromatosis codes has been made as well. This code for hemochromatosis could include diagnoses like aceruloplasminemia and dysmetabolic iron overload syndrome.
When ICD-9 2011 codes go into effect, pay close attention to any notes with the codes to ensure you are pairing your case to the correct ICD-9 option. The new ICD 9 also proposes to expand this year’s 276.6. That apart, a slew of other potential new transfusion-reaction codes will add specificity to reporting incompatibility reaction type and timing (acute or delayed).
With more than 130 proposed new codes, there are chances you will need to use at least some of them. To get all the updates relating to ICD 9 2011 codes, sign up for a one-stop medical coding website. When you sign up for one, you will be clear on which new code has come in, which has been deleted and which has been revised. So if for instance you want to know ICD 9 for radiology with sedation or you want to know which are the proposed symptom codes, such a site will provide you with all possible answers.
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