NU671-8L Unit 3 Discussion – ICD-10 Codes Herzing

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NU671-8L Unit 3 Discussion – ICD-10 Codes Herzing

Initial Discussion Question/Prompt [Due Wednesday]

Consider the following questions in your initial discussion post:

• Review the SOAP note accessed through the link below.
  • ICD-10 SOAP Note Download ICD-10 SOAP Note

Initial Post

• Use your lecture materials to determine what ICD-10 Codes to assign for this patient encounter.
• In paragraph form, construct a discussion that supports the Codes you identified.
• In the discussion explore how the ICD-10 Codes that you assigned impact third party payor reimbursement for this visit.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with in-text citations and corresponding references in APA format.

Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

Discussion Peer/Participation Prompt [Due Sunday]

Please respond to at least 2 of your peer’s posts with substantive comments using the following steps:

Consider the knowledge you have gained from this week’s lecture.

• Construct a response to at least 2 of your peers commenting – ideally one who assigned the same ICD-10 Codes that you did and one who did not.
  • Substantive comments add to the discussion and provide your fellow students with information that will enhance the learning environment.
  • References and citations should conform to APA standards.
  • Remember: Please respect the opinions of others, even if their views differ. In other words, disagree professionally and respectfully.
  • Plagiarism is never acceptable – give credit when credit is due – cite your sources.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with in-text citations and corresponding references in APA format.