Tag: Diagnosis Codes
Articles about how diagnosis codes impact the care of terminally ill patients.
Understanding Invalid Primary Diagnosis Codes for Hospice Claims
Learn about the diagnosis codes not allowed as primary diagnoses on hospice claims. This guide helps hospice agencies ensure accurate billing and optimal patient care.
Considerations of Care — Related and Unrelated Diagnoses for a Terminally ill Patient Receiving Hospice Services
Explore the complexities of hospice care for terminally ill patients with multiple diagnoses. Learn how to distinguish between related and unrelated conditions, understand Medicare coverage, and navigate the challenges of providing comprehensive care while adhering to hospice regulations and ethical standards.