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May is Hepatitis Awareness Month: Documentation and Coding Resources for Your Practice
Healthfirst·Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology +2 more·Coding
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Healthfirst has issued comprehensive documentation and coding guidance for chronic hepatitis conditions in recognition of Hepatitis Awareness Month. This educational resource provides specific ICD-10-CM codes, documentation requirements, and coding examples to help providers accurately code hepatitis-related diagnoses and avoid common coding errors.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing and coding staff should review the provided hepatitis coding guidelines and ensure proper use of ICD-10-CM codes for chronic hepatitis conditions. Update coding reference materials to include the specific documentation requirements (type, acuity, status, associated conditions, and medical management). Train coders on proper sequencing and avoid using 'history of' terminology for active viral infections.