Welcome to the course! This session provides a broad overview of the ICD-10-CM coding system. You’ll learn how the coding structure is organized, how to interpret and use conventions and guidelines, and how to navigate your ICD-10 coding book effectively.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• Structure and format of ICD-10-CM codes
• Organization of the ICD-10-CM manual
• Purpose of coding conventions and guidelines
• How to use Alphabetic Index and Tabular List
This lesson focuses on the official conventions that coders must follow when assigning ICD-10-CM codes. You'll learn about symbols, abbreviations, formatting instructions, and sequencing guidance that ensure consistent coding practices.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• Key coding conventions and their meanings
• Use of includes/excludes notes, brackets, and parentheses
• Placeholder usage and 7th character rules
• How conventions support code accuracy
This lesson explores the general ICD-10-CM coding guidelines that apply across all chapters and body systems. You'll learn the rules that govern correct code assignment, sequencing principles, combination codes, and handling unspecified conditions.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• General rules for selecting and sequencing ICD-10-CM codes
• Guidelines for coding laterality and unspecified diagnoses
• Use of combination and manifestation codes
• Common errors and how to avoid them
Each ICD-10-CM chapter includes unique guidelines essential for accurate reporting. This module walks through chapters most relevant to skilled nursing settings, offering practical insight and real-world examples.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• How to find and apply chapter-specific instructions
• Diagnoses commonly seen in SNFs
• Accurate chapter-based coding through real-life cases
Learn the basics of the Patient-Driven Payment Model and how ICD-10 codes influence clinical categories and reimbursement.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• Components of PDPM
• The role of ICD-10-CM in determining clinical categories