According to the 2003 & 2004 ICD-9CM code manual in section V there are some codes that can be used as the primary diagnoses. At the bottom of the page the legend indicate which V codes can be used as Primary diagnoses. Also an article that appeared in the Post acute Payment Report in Aug 2002, titled "ICD-9 coing update on the way: Get ready now" contains information on some V codes that can be used as Primary diagnoses. There are a number of new V codes, i.e Orthopedic aftercare section starting with V54. However, the Intermediaries have the final say if they accept the V codes as primary & secondary diagnoses. Good Luck.
Susan, RHIA, Consultant LTC -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of J BALL Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2003 10:08 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: V codes I need some quick references for V codes. The old info I have from this serve is from a year ago. FI's are supposed to accept them right? Anyone have a source document? ________________________________________________ PeoplePC: It's for people. And it's just smart. http://www.peoplepc.com /---------------------------------------------------------- The Case Mix Discussion Group is a free service of the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators "Committed to the Assessment Professional" Be sure to visit the AANAC website. Accurate answers to your questions posted to NAC News and FAQs. For more info visit us at http://www.aanac.org -----------------------------------------------------------/ /---------------------------------------------------------- The Case Mix Discussion Group is a free service of the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators "Committed to the Assessment Professional" Be sure to visit the AANAC website. Accurate answers to your questions posted to NAC News and FAQs. For more info visit us at http://www.aanac.org -----------------------------------------------------------/
