Back to Basics: Making the Most of <i>ICD-10-CM</i> Codes

This article reviews how correct reporting of International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) supports data tracking, health benefit coverage decisions, and proper payment. The following topics are discussed: The importance of accurate ICD-10-CM coding Documenting problems addressed Code selection Linking diagnosis and procedure codes

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AAP Pediatric Coding Newsletter
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2026-01-30
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https://doi.org/10.1542/pcco_book262_document003
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Medical Coding and Health Information
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Back to Basics: Making the Most of ICD-10-CM Codes

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Back to Basics: Making the Most of ICD-10-CM Codes

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Abstract

This article reviews how correct reporting of International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) supports data tracking, health benefit coverage decisions, and proper payment. The following topics are discussed: The importance of accurate ICD-10-CM coding Documenting problems addressed Code selection Linking diagnosis and procedure codes

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