On July 3rd, 2024, the CDC released the FY2025 ICD-10-CM update. The 252 new codes, 36 deletions, and 13 code revisions go into effect on October 1st, 2024. There are a few upcoming changes that are of particular interest: The following new codes will provide additional information regarding the severity of Hypoglycemia when that is…
On July 3rd, 2024, the CDC released the FY2025 ICD-10-CM update. The 252 new codes, 36 deletions, and 13 code revisions go into effect on October 1st, 2024.
There are a few upcoming changes that are of particular interest:
- Z51.A Encounter for sepsis aftercare – this new code is a welcome addition as current use of “the existing sepsis codes is inappropriate in most post-acute and community-based care situations, as the lift-threatening condition of sepsis will have been resolved by hospital discharge.” according to the CDC ICD-10 Coordination and Maintenance Committee Meeting held in March of 2023.
The following new codes will provide additional information regarding the severity of Hypoglycemia when that is listed as a confirmed diagnosis:
- E16.A1 Decreased blood glucose level 1 (Defined as a glucose concentration <70 mg/dL)
- E16.A2 Decreased blood glucose level 2 (Defined as a glucose concentration <54 mg/dL)
- E16.A3 Decreased blood glucose level 3 (Defined as a severe event characterized by altered mental and/or physical functioning)
The full code update can be found HERE .
