ICD Guidelines Ch. 12 Diseases of the Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue Flashcards

1
Q

Unstageable pressure ulcers are based on

A

dx

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2
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Pressure ulcers are classified based on stages

A

L89 1-4 stage

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3
Q

If pt. is admitted and ulcer graduates from one stage to another then

A

assign two separate codes
1st- highest stage
2nd- present on admission (POA)

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4
Q

pressure ulcers & BMI

A

1st-L89 (pressure & stage )

2nd- Z68 (BMI)

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