A quick reference guide to assist with accurate, complete documentation and coding that reflects the true nature of a patient’s current health status at the highest level of specificity. Per ICD-10 official guidelines for reporting and coding, “The importance of consistent, complete documentation in the medical record cannot be overemphasized. Without such documentation, accurate coding cannot be achieved.”
Coagulation defects – also known as bleeding disorders and blood clotting disorders – are problems with your blood's ability to form clots. The defects can involve your blood vessels and the cells and proteins in your blood. Coagulation disorders are conditions that affect the blood’s clotting activities. Hemophilia, Von Willebrand disease, clotting factor deficiencies, hypercoagulable states, and deep venous thrombosis are all coagulation disorders. Hemophilia and Von Willebrand disease are among the best known.