For the past 30 years, coders have used the International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision (ICD-9) to identify and report diseases, signs, and symptoms as well as to measure morbidity and mortality in the United States. In general, coders identify ICD-9 as the heartbeat of reimbursement for medical procedures because this is what drives medical necessity.
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GO! A Scientific Program that Surpasses Excellence
Join us in Chicago, November 4–9, 2011, for the 2011 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting, the premier rheumatology meeting.
CARRA
Working for Children with Rheumatic Diseases
Never Give Up on a Patient
ACR President David Borenstein, MD, receives AF honor for his dedication to rheumatology
New Research Shows Chondroitin Sulphate Reduces Cartilage Volume Loss, Bone Marrow Lesions
However, conflicting data and small study size make it difficult to draw firm conclusions
The LUMINA Study
Impact beyond lupus in U.S. Hispanics
Similarities to Fibromyalgia Found in Post-War Illness
Many questions remain about these chronic multisymptom illnesses
Are NSAIDS Even Less Safe Than We Thought?
Recent meta-analysis points to MI risks, but many questions remain
The Dos and Don’ts of E/M Coding
Coding medical procedures and diagnoses can be a daunting task if you are not educated in this field. I am going to break down the rules for evaluation and management (E/M) coding, so take a deep breath and let’s jump in!
Experts Tackle Tough Pain Challenges
NIH conference brings together experts to discuss pain treatment
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