New ICD-10 CM code U07.1 was added starting from April 1, 2020
CDC has provided instruction which clarifies the diagnosis coding
guidelines including
- the sequence of codes application;
- reporting of Acute respiratory illness caused by coronavirus;
- reporting of symptoms without a confirmed case of infection;
- coding of possible exposure to COVID-19;
For more information, go to CDC.
Although the novel virus has not yet been fully studied by scientists,
ordinary people are about to overcome the consequences.
WCH has prepared a webinar that can guide healthcare
providers during the post-pandemic period.
To know more about this event, go to Learn How to Restore Practice Operations After Coronavirus