Box 67a-q - ICD-10 Diagnosis Codes

Box Definition 

Box 67a-q reports all diagnosis codes, in addition to the principal diagnosis, that coexist, develop after admission, or affect the patient’s treatment or length of stay. The ICD-10 must be completed to its fullest character. 

The Present On Admission (POA) indicator applies to diagnosis codes (including principal, secondary, and E-codes) for inpatient claims to general acute-care hospitals or other facilities, as required by law or regulation for public health reporting. It is the eighth digit attached to the corresponding diagnosis code.

In Kipu RCM

Let's review how to update Box 67a-q in the RCM!

• The diagnosis codes are stored in the patient's treatment episode's Intake > Behavioral Service Diagnoses section. Diagnosis Codes for standalone services can be managed in the attendance calendar. 
• Two claim rules can be used to alter box 67a-q: Manage Diagnosis Present on Admission Flag and Add or Remove Other Diagnoses.
• The diagnosis codes can be updated on a claim before submitting them using our Claim Edits feature. To learn more about this feature, click here.

EDI Loop and Segment

Loop 2300, Segment HI. For additional information on loops and segments, click here.