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πŸ₯ ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines FY 2025 - Master Class

What is this document? The official rulebook (CMS + NCHS) for assigning diagnosis codes in the U.S. healthcare system. Required under HIPAA. 120 pages broken into 4 Sections + an Appendix. Let's break it down like a story.

πŸ—ΊοΈ THE BIG PICTURE - 4 Sections to Know

SectionWhat It CoversSetting
Section IConventions + General Rules + Chapter-Specific RulesAll settings
Section IIHow to pick the PRINCIPAL diagnosisInpatient only
Section IIIHow to report ADDITIONAL diagnosesInpatient only
Section IVCoding rules for OUTPATIENT/office visitsOutpatient only
Appendix IPresent on Admission (POA) reportingInpatient billing

πŸ“– SECTION I - Part A: Conventions (The "Grammar Rules")

Think of these as the grammar rules of ICD-10-CM. Before you assign a code, you need to speak the language.

1. The Two Books You Always Use Together

  • Alphabetic Index - look up the condition by name (like a dictionary)
  • Tabular List - verify and finalize the code (like a grammar checker)
⚠️ Rule #1: NEVER code from the Index alone. Always confirm in the Tabular List. The Tabular List has 7th characters, laterality, and instructional notes the Index doesn't always show.

2. Code Structure - Think of It Like a ZIP Code

A 0 9 . 0 1 2 A
β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ └── 7th character (encounter type)
β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ └─┴── 5th & 6th characters (specificity)
β”‚ β”‚ β”‚ └────── 4th character (subcategory)
β”‚ └─┴──────── 2nd & 3rd characters (category)
└────────────── 1st character (always a letter = chapter)
  • 3 characters = category (broadest)
  • 4-5 characters = subcategory
  • 6-7 characters = full code (most specific)
  • You MUST code to the full level of specificity
Placeholder "X": If a code needs a 7th character but is only 5 characters long, fill the empty spot with X.
  • Example: T14.90XA - the X holds the 6th position so A can be the 7th character.

3. The Abbreviations (2 to memorize)

AbbreviationMeaningUse It When...
NEC"Not Elsewhere Classifiable" = Other specifiedYou know what it is, but no specific code exists
NOS"Not Otherwise Specified" = UnspecifiedDocumentation doesn't give enough detail
Memory trick: NEC = "Not Enough Code for this" (use it when you know what's wrong but no exact code fits). NOS = "Not On Sheet" (the chart doesn't say).

4. The Two EXCLUDES Notes (critical exam topic!)

NoteMeaningMemory TrickRule
Excludes1"NOT CODED HERE"Excludes1 = "1 code only, never together"These two codes can NEVER be used together (they represent the same thing)
Excludes2"Not included here"Excludes2 = "2 codes OK if both conditions exist"The excluded condition is separate - you CAN use both codes
Example: Code F45.8 (somatoform disorders) has an Excludes1 for sleep teeth grinding (G47.63) - because teeth grinding IS included under F45.8. But if the patient has psychogenic dysmenorrhea AND sleep teeth grinding (two clearly unrelated things), you CAN use both codes as an exception.

5. Etiology / Manifestation Convention

Rule: When a disease causes a complication in another body system, code the underlying disease FIRST, then the manifestation.
Example: Diabetic neuropathy
  1. E11.40 - Type 2 diabetes with diabetic neuropathy (etiology - the root cause)
  2. G63 - Polyneuropathy in diseases classified elsewhere (manifestation)
The Tabular List signals this with:
  • "Use additional code" at the etiology code
  • "Code first" at the manifestation code

6. Key Words with Special Meanings

WordWhat It Really Means
"and" in a titleMeans "and" OR "or"
"with" in a title/indexMeans "associated with" or "due to" - a causal relationship is assumed
"see"Mandatory redirect - go look there
"see also"Optional redirect - there might be more info
"With" example (huge in practice!): A patient has diabetes AND CKD. The word "with" in the classification means you assume the diabetes caused the CKD - you do NOT need the provider to explicitly document this link. Code: E11.65 (Type 2 DM with hyperglycemia) + N18.x for the CKD stage.

πŸ“‹ SECTION I - Part B: General Coding Guidelines

The Step-by-Step Coding Process

  1. Find the main term in the Alphabetic Index
  2. Look at subterms and modifiers
  3. Go to the Tabular List to verify
  4. Read ALL instructional notes (includes, excludes, code first, use additional)
  5. Assign the most specific code

The Most Important General Rules

Signs & Symptoms: Code them ONLY when no confirmed diagnosis exists.
Patient comes in with chest pain - provider hasn't figured out why. Code: R07.9 (chest pain, unspecified). If provider diagnoses GERD, code only the GERD - chest pain is integral to it.
Acute vs. Chronic: When both exist at the same level in the Index, code BOTH and sequence ACUTE first.
Patient has acute and chronic sinusitis: Code acute sinusitis first, then chronic sinusitis.
Combination Codes: When ONE code captures everything, use ONLY that one code.
K57.21 = Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess with bleeding. One code. Done.
Sequela (Late Effects): No time limit. Sequence: nature of sequela first, then the sequela (S7th char) code second.
Old burn scar on arm: Code L90.5 (scar) first, then T22.x xxS (burn sequela) second.
Laterality: When sides matter, specify left/right. If bilateral but no bilateral code exists, use TWO separate codes (one for each side).
"Impending" or "Threatened" conditions:
  • If it HAPPENED - code it as confirmed
  • If it did NOT happen - look in the Index for "impending/threatened" subterm; if not there, code the underlying condition only
Uncertain Diagnoses in INPATIENT: Code as if confirmed (even if "probable," "suspected," "possible")
Inpatient discharge says "probable pneumonia" β†’ Code the pneumonia
Uncertain Diagnoses in OUTPATIENT: Do NOT code uncertain diagnoses. Code the signs/symptoms instead.
Office visit note says "possible GERD" β†’ Code the heartburn/symptoms, NOT the GERD

πŸ”¬ SECTION I - Part C: Chapter-Specific Guidelines (The High-Yield Chapters)

Chapter 1 - Infections (A00-B99)

HIV - The Most Rule-Heavy Topic

SituationCode
HIV confirmed with illness / AIDSB20
HIV positive, NO symptomsZ21
Inconclusive HIV serologyR75
Testing for HIVZ11.4
Negative test result / counselingZ71.7
PrEP visitZ29.81
Golden Rules for HIV:
  • Code ONLY confirmed cases
  • Once a patient has an HIV-related illness, ALWAYS use B20 going forward
  • HIV on antiretrovirals β†’ still B20, add Z79.899 for long-term drug use
  • HIV + pregnancy β†’ Chapter 15 code goes FIRST (O98.7-), then B20

Sepsis - The Most Complex Sequencing Topic

Memory framework: "INFECTION FIRST, everything else after"
ScenarioSequence
Simple sepsisInfection code first (e.g., A41.9)
Severe sepsisInfection β†’ R65.2- β†’ organ dysfunction codes
Septic shockInfection β†’ R65.21 (severe sepsis with septic shock)
Sepsis from post-op woundT81.41-T81.49 β†’ T81.44 (post-op sepsis) β†’ R65.2 if severe
Localized infection (e.g., pneumonia) that causes sepsis on admissionSystemic infection first, pneumonia second
Localized infection admitted first, THEN sepsis developsPneumonia first, then sepsis codes
⚠️ Septic shock can NEVER be the principal diagnosis. The underlying infection always leads.

MRSA

  • Infection with a combination code that includes MRSA β†’ use the combination code ONLY (e.g., A41.02 MRSA sepsis). Do NOT add B95.62 separately.
  • Infection WITHOUT a combination code β†’ code the infection + B95.62
  • MRSA colonization (nasal swab positive, no illness) β†’ Z22.322

Chapter 2 - Neoplasms (C00-D49)

The sequencing game: What are we treating today?
Treatment directed at...Principal Dx
Primary malignancyPrimary malignancy (e.g., C34.11)
Secondary/metastatic siteSecondary site (e.g., C78.01 secondary lung)
Chemo/radiation/immunotherapyZ51.0 or Z51.11/Z51.12 FIRST, then malignancy
Anemia from malignancyMalignancy FIRST, then D63.0
Dehydration from chemoDehydration FIRST, then malignancy
Previously excised primary, no evidence of diseaseZ85.x (personal history)
Memory trick: "What's in the spotlight today? That's what goes first."

Chapter 4 - Diabetes (E08-E13)

Key rules:
  1. Default: If type not documented β†’ assume Type 2 (E11.-)
  2. If insulin used but type unknown β†’ still E11.- + Z79.4 (long-term insulin use)
  3. "With" rule applies: DM + CKD = assumed related (no explicit documentation needed)
  4. Assign as many E11 codes as needed to capture all associated conditions
MedicationZ code to add
InsulinZ79.4
Oral hypoglycemicZ79.84
Injectable non-insulin (e.g., GLP-1)Z79.85

Chapter 9 - Cardiovascular (I00-I99)

Hypertension

CombinationCode
HTN aloneI10
HTN + heart diseaseI11.- (assumed related by "with" rule)
HTN + CKDI12.- + N18.x for CKD stage
HTN + heart disease + CKDI13.- + I50.- if HF + N18.x
HTN + strokeI60-I69 FIRST, then HTN code
Secondary HTNUnderlying cause FIRST, then I15.-
Elevated BP, no HTN diagnosisR03.0
Resistant HTNSpecific HTN code first, then I1A.0
Hypertension + Heart Disease = always assumed related. The classification presumes causation. You do NOT need the doctor to write "hypertension caused the heart failure."

AMI

  • STEMI = I21.0-I21.2, I21.3 (site-specific or unspecified)
  • NSTEMI = I21.4
  • Subsequent AMI within 4 weeks = use I22.- WITH I21.-
  • AMI + CAD = AMI sequences first (the acute event takes priority)

Chapter 10 - Respiratory (J00-J99)

  • COPD + acute exacerbation vs. COPD + infection β†’ these are different codes, do not confuse them
  • VAP (Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia) = J95.851, only when explicitly documented by provider + add organism code (e.g., B96.5 for Pseudomonas)
  • COVID-19 (U07.1) = always principal when it's the reason for admission; list manifestations after
  • Vaping disorder (U07.0) = always principal

Chapter 15 - Obstetrics (O00-O9A)

Golden Rule: Chapter 15 codes ALWAYS have sequencing priority over all other chapters.
  • Obstetric codes include a trimester character - assign based on when the complication developed, not when the patient is discharged
  • Routine prenatal, no complications β†’ Z34.- (supervision of normal pregnancy)
  • Diabetes in pregnancy β†’ O24.- FIRST, then E08-E13
  • HIV in pregnancy β†’ O98.7- FIRST, then B20
  • Outcome of delivery (Z37.-) = always a secondary code on maternal records, NEVER on newborn records
  • Normal uncomplicated delivery = O80

Chapter 19 - Injury, Poisoning, External Causes

The 7th Character for Injuries

CharacterMeaning
AInitial encounter (active treatment)
DSubsequent encounter (routine healing)
SSequela (late effect)
Fracture characters are more complex (A/B/C for open/closed types, D/E/F/G/H/J/K for healing stages)

Adverse Effect vs. Poisoning vs. Underdosing

SituationClassificationSequence
Drug correctly prescribed, correctly given, bad reactionAdverse effectNature of reaction FIRST, then T code with 5th/6th char "5"
Drug incorrectly prescribed, overdose, wrong drug, drug + alcoholPoisoningPoisoning T code FIRST (intent: accidental/intentional/assault/undetermined), then manifestations
Taking LESS than prescribedUnderdosingT code with char "6", + noncompliance Z91.12-/Z91.13-
Harmful non-drug substance (cleaning products, etc.)Toxic effectToxic effect code FIRST, then manifestations
Mnemonic: "Correct = Adverse, Wrong = Poisoning, Less = Underdosing"

Chapter 20 - External Causes (V00-Y99)

  • NEVER a principal/first-listed diagnosis
  • Tells you HOW (cause), WHY (intent), WHERE (place Y92), WHAT WERE THEY DOING (activity Y93)
  • Intent unknown β†’ default to accidental
  • Terrorism β†’ Y38.- (only when FBI officially designates it)

Chapter 21 - Z Codes (Z00-Z99)

Z codes = reasons for encounters that aren't diseases. Think of them as "context codes."
CategoryExamples
Contact/ExposureZ20.822 (COVID exposure), Z20.821 (Zika exposure)
Status codesZ21 (HIV+), Z66 (DNR), Z87.310 (hx osteoporosis fracture)
HistoryZ85.- (personal hx malignancy), Z86.73 (hx TIA)
ScreeningZ11.52 (COVID screen), Z12.31 (mammogram)
ImmunizationZ23 (vaccine), Z28.3 (underimmunized status)
Social determinantsZ59.0- (homelessness), Z59.41 (food insecurity)
Some Z codes can ONLY be principal/first-listed (e.g., Z34, Z38, Z51.0, Z51.1-, Z40).

πŸ₯ SECTION II - Selecting the Principal Diagnosis (INPATIENT ONLY)

Definition: "The condition established after study to be CHIEFLY RESPONSIBLE for occasioning the admission."
Key word: "after study" - you use what you know at DISCHARGE, not at admission.

The Decision Tree

Was the patient admitted for a specific condition? β†’ Code that condition
Two conditions equally responsible? β†’ Either one can be principal
Symptoms work-up finds a diagnosis? β†’ Code the diagnosis (not the symptoms)
Complications of surgery? β†’ Code the complication
Uncertain diagnosis ("probable pneumonia")? β†’ Code it as if confirmed (inpatient rule!)
Original plan not carried out? β†’ Still code the original reason for admission

Special Situations

Two diagnoses equally responsible for admission β†’ Either may be principal (you choose based on circumstances).
"Comparative" diagnoses (e.g., "chest pain due to either GERD or cardiac angina"):
  • Code BOTH as if confirmed
  • Sequence based on circumstances
Rehab admissions: Code the condition being rehabilitated (e.g., hemiplegia after stroke β†’ code the hemiplegia).

πŸ“Š SECTION III - Additional Diagnoses (INPATIENT)

Report a diagnosis as additional if it:
  • Required clinical evaluation, OR
  • Required therapeutic treatment, OR
  • Required diagnostic procedures, OR
  • Extended the length of stay, OR
  • Increased nursing care or monitoring
Rule: Old conditions from previous episodes with NO bearing on the current stay = do NOT report. Exception: "Uncertain" additional diagnoses (probable/suspected) in inpatient = code them.

🏒 SECTION IV - Outpatient Coding Rules

This section has several important differences from inpatient rules:
TopicInpatient (Sec II)Outpatient (Sec IV)
Uncertain diagnosesCode as if confirmedDo NOT code - use symptoms instead
First-listed diagnosisPrincipal Dx = reason for admissionFirst-listed = main reason for service
Abnormal test resultsCan code abnormal findingsCode confirmed diagnoses only when report available
Signs/symptomsDrop when diagnosis confirmedUse if no confirmed diagnosis
Outpatient surgery rule: Code the REASON for surgery as first-listed, even if surgery wasn't performed due to a contraindication.
Chronic diseases: Can be coded EVERY visit they are treated or monitored.

πŸ“‹ APPENDIX I - Present on Admission (POA)

POA = Was this condition there when the patient was admitted?
IndicatorMeaning
YYes, present on admission
NNo, developed after admission
UUnknown / unclear documentation
WClinically undetermined
BlankExempt from POA reporting
Why it matters: Conditions that are NOT present on admission (POA = N) may be considered hospital-acquired complications - hospitals are NOT reimbursed for preventable complications they caused.
Common pitfall: Hypertension, diabetes, asthma = always Y (chronic conditions are always present on admission even if first diagnosed during the stay).

🧠 MASTER MEMORY CHEAT SHEET

RuleRemember It As
Alphabetic Index β†’ Tabular List"Look it up, then check it out"
Excludes1"1 code only - they're the same thing"
Excludes2"2 codes OK - they're different things"
Etiology/manifestation"Root cause first, effect second"
"With" in classification"Assume they're related - no doc needed"
Inpatient uncertain dx"Probable = code it"
Outpatient uncertain dx"Probable = DON'T code it - use symptoms"
Septic shock"Never principal dx - infection always leads"
Chapter 15 (OB)"Always wins the sequencing race"
Principal dx definition"Responsible AFTER study = at discharge, not admission"
Adverse vs. Poisoning"Correct drug, bad reaction = adverse; wrong/too much = poisoning"
AMI within 4 weeks"Use I22 WITH I21"
HIV with illness"Always B20"
HIV positive, no symptoms"Z21"
POA = N"Happened during the stay = hospital pays"

🎯 QUICK REFERENCE: High-Yield Codes to Know

CodeCondition
B20HIV disease (with illness/AIDS)
Z21Asymptomatic HIV positive status
A41.9Sepsis, unspecified organism
R65.21Severe sepsis with septic shock
U07.1COVID-19
U07.0Vaping-related disorder
U09.9Post-COVID condition
I10Essential hypertension
I1A.0Resistant hypertension
I21.4NSTEMI
E11.-Type 2 diabetes mellitus
O80Normal uncomplicated delivery
Z37.-Outcome of delivery (always secondary)
Z38.-Liveborn infant (always principal on newborn record)

This covers all 120 pages of the FY 2025 ICD-10-CM Guidelines. The document is structured around one core idea: code what the documentation supports, at the highest level of specificity, in the right order. When in doubt, query the provider - that phrase appears dozens of times throughout the guidelines for good reason.

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    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # BIG PICTURE TABLE
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("The Big Picture", "4 Sections You Must Know"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Section", "What It Covers", "Setting"],
        [
            ["Section I",    "Conventions + General Rules + Chapter-Specific Guidelines", "All settings"],
            ["Section II",   "Selecting the PRINCIPAL diagnosis",                          "Inpatient only"],
            ["Section III",  "Reporting ADDITIONAL diagnoses",                             "Inpatient only"],
            ["Section IV",   "Coding rules for OUTPATIENT / office visits",                "Outpatient only"],
            ["Appendix I",   "Present on Admission (POA) reporting",                       "Inpatient billing"],
        ],
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    story.extend(highlight_box(
        "<b>Core principle:</b> Code what the documentation supports, at the highest level of "
        "specificity, in the correct order. When in doubt β€” query the provider."
    ))
    story.append(Spacer(1, 10))

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION I-A  CONVENTIONS
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section I-A: Conventions", "The Grammar Rules of ICD-10-CM"))

    # Two books
    story.extend(h2("1. The Two Books β€” Always Use Together"))
    story.extend(body(
        "The <b>Alphabetic Index</b> is your starting point β€” look up the condition by name. "
        "The <b>Tabular List</b> is your verification step β€” confirm and finalize the code. "
        "You MUST use both every time."
    ))
    story.extend(warn("Never code from the Alphabetic Index alone. The Tabular List contains "
                      "7th characters, laterality, instructional notes, and excludes that the Index may not show."))

    # Code structure
    story.extend(h2("2. Code Structure β€” Think of It Like a ZIP Code"))
    story.extend(code("  A 0 9 . 0 1 2 A"))
    story.extend(code("  β”‚              └─ 7th character (encounter type: A/D/S)"))
    story.extend(code("  β”‚          └──── 5th & 6th characters (specificity)"))
    story.extend(code("  β”‚      └──────── 4th character (subcategory)"))
    story.extend(code("  β”‚  └──────────── 2nd & 3rd (category detail)"))
    story.extend(code("  └────────────── 1st character = ALWAYS a letter (= chapter)"))
    story.extend(spacer(4))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Level", "Characters", "Example"],
        [
            ["Category",    "3 chars",   "J44 β€” COPD"],
            ["Subcategory", "4-5 chars", "J44.1 β€” COPD with acute exacerbation"],
            ["Full code",   "up to 7",   "S52.501A β€” fracture, radius, initial encounter"],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.0*inch, 1.8*inch, 3.2*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(body(
        "<b>Placeholder X:</b> If a code needs a 7th character but is only 5 characters long, "
        "insert <b>X</b> to fill empty positions. Example: <font name='Courier'>T14.90XA</font> β€” "
        "the X occupies position 6 so A can be the 7th character."
    ))

    # NEC / NOS
    story.extend(h2("3. Abbreviations β€” Only 2 to Memorize"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Abbreviation", "Full Meaning", "Use When..."],
        [
            ["NEC", "Not Elsewhere Classifiable = Other Specified",
             "You know what it is, but no specific code exists"],
            ["NOS", "Not Otherwise Specified = Unspecified",
             "Documentation doesn't give enough detail"],
        ],
        col_widths=[1.0*inch, 2.6*inch, 3.4*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(mnem("NEC = 'Not Enough Code for this' (specific condition, no exact code). "
                      "NOS = 'Not On Sheet' (chart doesn't say enough)."))

    # Excludes
    story.extend(h2("4. The Two EXCLUDES Notes β€” Critical Distinction"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Note", "Meaning", "Rule", "Memory Trick"],
        [
            ["Excludes1", "NOT CODED HERE",
             "These two codes NEVER appear together (same concept)",
             "1 code only β€” they're the same thing"],
            ["Excludes2", "Not included here",
             "Patient CAN have both conditions β€” use both codes if appropriate",
             "2 codes OK β€” they're different things"],
        ],
        col_widths=[0.9*inch, 1.4*inch, 2.8*inch, 1.9*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(tip("Exception to Excludes1: If the two conditions are clearly unrelated "
                     "(e.g., psychogenic dysmenorrhea + sleep teeth grinding), both codes may be assigned."))

    # Etiology/Manifestation
    story.extend(h2("5. Etiology / Manifestation Convention"))
    story.extend(body(
        "When a disease causes a complication in another body system, code the "
        "<b>underlying disease (etiology) FIRST</b>, then the <b>manifestation</b>."
    ))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        "<b>Example β€” Diabetic neuropathy:</b><br/>"
        "1. <font name='Courier'>E11.40</font> β€” Type 2 DM with diabetic neuropathy (etiology)<br/>"
        "2. <font name='Courier'>G63</font> β€” Polyneuropathy in diseases classified elsewhere (manifestation)<br/><br/>"
        "Signals in the Tabular List: <b>\"Use additional code\"</b> at the etiology; "
        "<b>\"Code first\"</b> at the manifestation."
    ))

    # Key words
    story.extend(h2("6. Key Words with Special Meanings"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Word in Classification", "What It Really Means"],
        [
            ['"and" in a title',        'Means "and" OR "or"'],
            ['"with" in title/index',   'Means "associated with" / "due to" β€” causal relationship is ASSUMED'],
            ['"see"',                   'Mandatory redirect β€” go there now'],
            ['"see also"',              'Optional redirect β€” additional info may exist'],
            ['"Code also"',             'Two codes may be needed; no sequencing direction given'],
            ['Default code',            'Code next to main term; used when no further info in the record'],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.5*inch, 4.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        '<b>"With" rule β€” huge in practice:</b> A patient has diabetes AND CKD. The word "with" '
        'in the classification means you ASSUME the diabetes caused the CKD. No explicit provider '
        'documentation linking them is required. Code: E11.65 + N18.x for the CKD stage.'
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION I-B  GENERAL CODING GUIDELINES
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section I-B: General Coding Guidelines"))

    story.extend(h2("The Step-by-Step Coding Process"))
    for step in [
        "1. Find the main term in the Alphabetic Index",
        "2. Review subterms and nonessential modifiers",
        "3. Note any cross-references (see, see also)",
        "4. Go to the Tabular List to verify the code",
        "5. Read ALL instructional notes (includes, excludes, code first, use additional)",
        "6. Assign the most specific code supported by documentation",
    ]:
        story.extend(bullet([step[3:]]))  # strip leading number + period + space already embedded

    story.extend(h2("The Most Important General Rules"))

    rules = [
        ("Signs & Symptoms", "Code them ONLY when no confirmed diagnosis has been established.",
         "Patient has chest pain β€” no diagnosis yet β†’ R07.9 (chest pain). "
         "Once provider documents GERD, drop the chest pain (it is integral)."),
        ("Acute vs. Chronic", "When both exist at the same indentation level in the Index, "
         "code BOTH and sequence ACUTE first.",
         "Patient has acute and chronic sinusitis: code acute first, then chronic."),
        ("Combination Code", "When ONE code fully captures two diagnoses or a diagnosis + complication, "
         "use only that single code.",
         "K57.21 = Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess with bleeding. Done."),
        ("Sequela (Late Effects)", "No time limit. Sequence: nature of the sequela FIRST, "
         "then the sequela code (7th char S) SECOND.",
         "Old burn scar: L90.5 (scar) first, then T22.xxxS (burn sequela) second."),
        ("Laterality", "Specify left/right. If bilateral but no bilateral code exists, "
         "assign two separate codes.",
         "Bilateral cataracts each treated in separate encounters: use bilateral code until "
         "first eye fully resolved, then unilateral code."),
        ("Impending / Threatened", "If it HAPPENED β€” code confirmed. If it did NOT happen β€” "
         "look up 'impending/threatened' in the Index; if no entry, code the underlying condition.",
         "Threatened MI that resolved: code underlying angina, not the threatened MI."),
    ]

    for title, rule_text, ex in rules:
        story.extend(h3(title))
        story.extend(body(rule_text))
        story.extend(highlight_box(f"<b>Example:</b> {ex}", bg=colors.HexColor("#eef7f0"), border=GREEN))

    # Uncertain diagnosis comparison
    story.extend(h2("Uncertain Diagnosis β€” Inpatient vs. Outpatient (Most Tested Rule!)"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Setting", "Rule", "Example"],
        [
            ["INPATIENT",  "Code uncertain diagnoses AS IF confirmed\n(probable, suspected, likely, possible, rule out, consistent with)",
             '"Probable pneumonia" at discharge β†’ Code the pneumonia'],
            ["OUTPATIENT", "Do NOT code uncertain diagnoses.\nCode signs & symptoms instead.",
             '"Possible GERD" in office note β†’ Code heartburn (R12), not GERD'],
        ],
        col_widths=[1.2*inch, 3.4*inch, 2.4*inch]
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION I-C  CHAPTER-SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section I-C: Chapter-Specific Guidelines", "The High-Yield Chapters"))

    # ── Chapter 1: HIV ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 1 β€” Infections (A00-B99)"))
    story.extend(h3("HIV β€” The Most Rule-Heavy Topic"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Code"],
        [
            ["HIV confirmed with illness / AIDS",        "B20"],
            ["HIV positive, NO symptoms",                "Z21"],
            ["Inconclusive HIV serology",                "R75"],
            ["Testing for HIV",                          "Z11.4"],
            ["Negative result / counseling only",        "Z71.7"],
            ["HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)",      "Z29.81"],
            ["HIV managed on antiretrovirals",           "B20 + Z79.899"],
            ["HIV + pregnancy (any trimester)",          "O98.7- FIRST, then B20"],
        ],
        col_widths=[4.5*inch, 2.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(bullet([
        "Code ONLY confirmed HIV cases (provider statement is sufficient β€” no lab required)",
        "Once a patient ever has an HIV-related illness, always use B20 going forward",
        "Chapter 15 codes ALWAYS take sequencing priority over B20 in pregnant patients",
    ]))

    # Sepsis
    story.extend(h3("Sepsis β€” The Most Complex Sequencing Topic"))
    story.extend(mnem("INFECTION FIRST β€” everything else follows"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Scenario", "Sequencing Order"],
        [
            ["Simple sepsis",                               "Infection code (e.g., A41.9)"],
            ["Severe sepsis",                               "Infection β†’ R65.2- β†’ organ dysfunction codes"],
            ["Septic shock",                                "Infection β†’ R65.21 (severe sepsis with septic shock)"],
            ["Sepsis from post-op wound",                   "T81.41-49 β†’ T81.44 β†’ R65.2 if severe"],
            ["Localized infection causing sepsis on admit", "Systemic infection first, localized infection second"],
            ["Admit for pneumonia, sepsis develops later",  "Pneumonia first, then sepsis codes"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(warn("Septic shock can NEVER be the principal diagnosis. The underlying infection always leads."))

    # MRSA
    story.extend(h3("MRSA"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Code Strategy"],
        [
            ["MRSA infection WITH combination code (e.g., MRSA sepsis)",
             "Use combination code ONLY (e.g., A41.02). Do NOT add B95.62."],
            ["MRSA infection WITHOUT combination code (e.g., wound infection)",
             "Code the infection + B95.62 (MRSA as cause of disease)"],
            ["MRSA colonization (nasal swab positive, no illness)",
             "Z22.322"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))

    # COVID
    story.extend(h3("COVID-19 (U07.1)"))
    story.extend(bullet([
        "Code only confirmed cases (provider statement sufficient β€” no positive test required)",
        "U07.1 is always principal/first-listed when COVID is the reason for the encounter",
        "List manifestations (pneumonia J12.82, ARDS J80, acute resp failure J96.0-) as additional codes",
        "Suspected/possible COVID β†’ code the symptoms instead (fever, cough, dyspnea)",
        "Post-COVID condition β†’ code specific symptoms + U09.9",
        "COVID exposure, asymptomatic β†’ Z20.822",
        "Vaping disorder β†’ U07.0, always principal",
    ]))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ── Chapter 2: Neoplasms ──────────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 2 β€” Neoplasms (C00-D49)"))
    story.extend(mnem("Spotlight rule: What are we treating TODAY? That goes first."))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Treatment Directed At...", "Principal/First-Listed Dx"],
        [
            ["Primary malignancy",               "Primary malignancy (e.g., C34.11)"],
            ["Secondary/metastatic site only",   "Secondary site (e.g., C78.01 secondary lung met)"],
            ["Chemo, radiation, immunotherapy",  "Z51.0 / Z51.11 / Z51.12 FIRST, then malignancy"],
            ["Anemia from malignancy",           "Malignancy FIRST, then D63.0"],
            ["Dehydration from chemo",           "Dehydration (E86.0) FIRST, then malignancy"],
            ["Previously excised, no evidence",  "Z85.x (personal history of malignancy)"],
            ["Malignancy in transplanted organ", "T86.- FIRST, then C80.2 + specific malignancy code"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))

    # ── Chapter 4: Diabetes ───────────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 4 β€” Diabetes Mellitus (E08-E13)"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Key Rule", "Details"],
        [
            ["Default type",        "If type NOT documented β†’ assume Type 2 (E11.-)"],
            ["Insulin used, type unknown", "Still E11.- + Z79.4 (long-term insulin use)"],
            ['"With" rule',         "DM + CKD = assumed related. No explicit documentation needed."],
            ["Multiple codes",      "Assign as many E11.x codes as needed for all associated conditions"],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.5*inch, 4.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Medication", "Z Code to Add"],
        [
            ["Insulin",                             "Z79.4"],
            ["Oral hypoglycemic (e.g., metformin)",  "Z79.84"],
            ["Injectable non-insulin (e.g., GLP-1)", "Z79.85"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ── Chapter 9: Cardiovascular ─────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 9 β€” Cardiovascular (I00-I99)"))
    story.extend(h3("Hypertension"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Combination", "Code"],
        [
            ["HTN alone",                             "I10"],
            ["HTN + heart disease",                   "I11.- (assumed related β€” no documentation needed)"],
            ["HTN + CKD",                             "I12.- + N18.x (add CKD stage)"],
            ["HTN + heart disease + CKD",             "I13.- + I50.- (if HF) + N18.x"],
            ["HTN + stroke/cerebrovascular disease",  "I60-I69 FIRST, then HTN code"],
            ["Secondary hypertension",                "Underlying cause FIRST, then I15.-"],
            ["Elevated BP, no HTN diagnosis",         "R03.0"],
            ["Resistant hypertension",                "Specific HTN code first + I1A.0"],
            ["Controlled or uncontrolled HTN",        "Still I10-I15 (hypertension is hypertension)"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(tip("HTN + Heart Disease = always assumed related. The classification presumes causation. "
                     "No provider note linking them is required."))

    story.extend(h3("Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Type", "Code Range"],
        [
            ["STEMI (site-specific)",          "I21.0-I21.2"],
            ["STEMI (unspecified site)",        "I21.3"],
            ["NSTEMI",                          "I21.4"],
            ["Subsequent AMI within 4 weeks",  "I22.- USED WITH I21.-"],
            ["AMI + CAD at same encounter",    "AMI sequences first (acute event takes priority)"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))

    # ── Chapter 10: Respiratory ───────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 10 β€” Respiratory System (J00-J99)"))
    story.extend(bullet([
        "COPD + acute exacerbation vs. COPD + infection β€” these are different codes, do not confuse them",
        "VAP (Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia) = J95.851 β€” ONLY when provider explicitly documents VAP + add organism code",
        "COVID-19 (U07.1) = always principal; list respiratory manifestations after",
        "Vaping disorder (U07.0) = always principal",
    ]))

    # ── Chapter 15: OB ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 15 β€” Obstetrics (O00-O9A)"))
    story.extend(warn("Chapter 15 codes ALWAYS have sequencing priority over all other chapters."))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Rule"],
        [
            ["Routine prenatal, no complications",    "Z34.- (supervision of normal pregnancy) as first-listed"],
            ["Diabetes in pregnancy",                 "O24.- FIRST, then E08-E13"],
            ["HIV in pregnancy",                      "O98.7- FIRST, then B20"],
            ["Normal uncomplicated delivery",         "O80"],
            ["Outcome of delivery",                   "Z37.- always secondary; NEVER on newborn record"],
            ["Trimester character",                   "Assign based on when complication developed, NOT discharge trimester"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.0*inch, 4.0*inch]
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ── Chapter 19: Injuries / Adverse / Poisoning ───────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 19 β€” Injury, Poisoning & External Causes"))
    story.extend(h3("7th Character for Injuries"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["7th Char", "Meaning", "Use When..."],
        [
            ["A", "Initial encounter",    "Active treatment of the injury"],
            ["D", "Subsequent encounter", "Routine healing β€” follow-up visits"],
            ["S", "Sequela",              "Late effects after healing is complete"],
        ],
        col_widths=[0.8*inch, 2.0*inch, 4.2*inch]
    ))

    story.extend(h3("Adverse Effect vs. Poisoning vs. Underdosing"))
    story.extend(mnem("Correct = Adverse | Wrong/Too Much = Poisoning | Too Little = Underdosing"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Classification", "Sequencing"],
        [
            ["Drug correctly prescribed and given β€” bad reaction",
             "Adverse Effect",
             "Nature of reaction FIRST, then T code (5th/6th char = 5)"],
            ["Wrong drug, overdose, prescription error, drug + alcohol",
             "Poisoning",
             "Poisoning T code FIRST (with intent), then manifestations"],
            ["Taking less than prescribed (patient's own decision)",
             "Underdosing",
             "T code (char 6) + noncompliance Z91.12- or Z91.13-"],
            ["Harmful non-drug substance (bleach, venom, etc.)",
             "Toxic Effect",
             "Toxic effect code FIRST, then associated manifestations"],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.2*inch, 1.5*inch, 3.3*inch]
    ))

    # ── Chapter 20: External causes ──────────────────────────────────────────
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 20 β€” External Causes (V00-Y99)"))
    story.extend(bullet([
        "NEVER a principal or first-listed diagnosis",
        "Captures: HOW (cause) + WHY (intent) + WHERE (Y92 place) + WHAT activity (Y93)",
        "Intent unknown β†’ default to ACCIDENTAL",
        "Terrorism β†’ Y38.- (only when FBI officially designates it)",
        "Assign as many external cause codes as needed to fully explain the event",
    ]))

    # Z codes
    story.extend(h2("Chapter 21 β€” Z Codes (Z00-Z99)"))
    story.extend(body("Z codes are reasons for encounters that are not diseases β€” they provide context."))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Category", "Examples"],
        [
            ["Contact/Exposure",       "Z20.822 COVID exposure; Z20.821 Zika exposure"],
            ["Status codes",           "Z21 (HIV+); Z66 (DNR); Z87.310 (hx osteoporosis fracture)"],
            ["History",                "Z85.- (personal hx malignancy); Z86.73 (hx TIA)"],
            ["Screening",              "Z11.52 (COVID screen); Z12.31 (mammogram)"],
            ["Immunization status",    "Z23 (vaccine encounter); Z28.3 (underimmunized)"],
            ["Social determinants",    "Z59.0- (homelessness); Z59.41 (food insecurity)"],
            ["Long-term drug use",     "Z79.4 (insulin); Z79.84 (oral hypoglycemics)"],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.2*inch, 4.8*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        "<b>Z codes that can ONLY be principal/first-listed include:</b> Z00, Z01, Z02, Z34, Z38, Z39, "
        "Z40, Z51.0, Z51.1-, Z33.2, Z42, and others. Know these for the exam."
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION II
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section II: Selecting the Principal Diagnosis", "Inpatient Only"))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        '<b>Definition:</b> "The condition established AFTER STUDY to be chiefly responsible for '
        'occasioning the admission of the patient to the hospital for care." β€” UHDDS<br/><br/>'
        '<b>Key words: "after study"</b> = you use what you know at DISCHARGE, not at admission.'
    ))

    story.extend(h2("Decision Framework"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Principal Dx Rule"],
        [
            ["Single clear reason for admission",            "Code that condition"],
            ["Two conditions equally responsible",           "Either may be principal β€” use circumstances"],
            ["Workup reveals a diagnosis (not just symptoms)", "Code the diagnosis (not the symptoms)"],
            ["Complication of surgery/medical care",         "Code the complication"],
            ["Uncertain diagnosis ('probable', 'suspected')", "Code AS IF confirmed (inpatient rule)"],
            ["Original treatment plan not carried out",      "Still code the original reason for admission"],
            ["Rehab admission",                              "Code the condition being rehabilitated"],
            ["Admission from outpatient surgery with complication", "Code the complication as principal"],
            ["Comparative diagnoses ('either GERD or angina')", "Code both as confirmed; sequence per circumstances"],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.0*inch, 4.0*inch]
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION III
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section III: Additional Diagnoses", "Inpatient Only"))
    story.extend(body("Report a condition as an additional diagnosis if it required ANY of the following:"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Criterion", "Notes"],
        [
            ["Clinical evaluation",              "Provider assessed or monitored the condition"],
            ["Therapeutic treatment",            "Medication, procedure, or intervention given for it"],
            ["Diagnostic procedures",            "Tests ordered specifically for this condition"],
            ["Extended length of stay",          "Patient stayed longer because of this condition"],
            ["Increased nursing care/monitoring","More intensive nursing was needed because of it"],
        ],
        col_widths=[2.5*inch, 4.5*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(warn("Old conditions from previous episodes with NO bearing on the current stay = do NOT report."))
    story.extend(tip("Uncertain additional diagnoses (probable/suspected) in INPATIENT = code them as if confirmed."))

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # SECTION IV
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Section IV: Outpatient Coding Rules"))
    story.extend(h2("Key Differences from Inpatient"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Topic", "Inpatient (Sec II)", "Outpatient (Sec IV)"],
        [
            ["Uncertain diagnoses",  "Code as if confirmed",      "Do NOT code β€” use signs/symptoms"],
            ["First dx label",       '"Principal diagnosis"',      '"First-listed diagnosis"'],
            ["Abnormal test results","Can code abnormal findings",  "Code confirmed dx only when final report available"],
            ["Chronic diseases",     "Code if treated/monitored",  "Can code EVERY visit they are managed"],
            ["Same-day surgery",     "Inpatient principal rules",  "Reason for surgery = first-listed, even if not performed"],
        ],
        col_widths=[1.8*inch, 2.6*inch, 2.6*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        "<b>Outpatient surgery rule:</b> Code the REASON for surgery as first-listed, "
        "even if the surgery was not performed due to a contraindication."
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # APPENDIX I β€” POA
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Appendix I: Present on Admission (POA)", "Inpatient Billing"))
    story.extend(body(
        "POA indicates whether a condition was present when the inpatient admission order was written. "
        "It is assigned to all principal and secondary diagnoses on the UB-04/837I claim form."
    ))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Indicator", "Meaning"],
        [
            ["Y",     "YES β€” present at the time of inpatient admission"],
            ["N",     "NO β€” not present; developed after admission"],
            ["U",     "UNKNOWN β€” documentation unclear"],
            ["W",     "Clinically undetermined β€” provider cannot determine"],
            ["Blank", "Exempt from POA reporting"],
        ],
        col_widths=[1.0*inch, 6.0*inch]
    ))
    story.extend(highlight_box(
        "<b>Why it matters:</b> Conditions that are POA = N may be classified as hospital-acquired "
        "complications (HACs). Hospitals are NOT reimbursed for preventable complications they caused."
    ))
    story.extend(h2("Key POA Assignment Rules"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Situation", "Assign"],
        [
            ["Condition explicitly documented as present on admission",    "Y"],
            ["Chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, asthma)",        "Y (always pre-existing)"],
            ["Condition develops during outpatient encounter before admit", "Y"],
            ["Condition develops during inpatient hospitalization",        "N"],
            ["Uncertain/possible dx present since admission symptoms",     "Y"],
            ["Uncertain/possible dx based on post-admission findings",     "N"],
            ["Documentation unclear whether present on admission",        "U"],
            ["Provider clinically cannot determine",                      "W"],
        ],
        col_widths=[4.5*inch, 2.5*inch]
    ))

    story.append(PageBreak())

    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    # MASTER CHEAT SHEET
    # ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
    story.extend(section_header("Master Memory Cheat Sheet", "Quick Reference for Exams & Practice"))

    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Rule", "Remember It As"],
        [
            ["Always use Index + Tabular List together",   '"Look it up, then check it out"'],
            ["Excludes1",                                  '"1 code only β€” they are the same thing"'],
            ["Excludes2",                                  '"2 codes OK β€” they are different things"'],
            ["Etiology/manifestation",                     '"Root cause first, effect second"'],
            ['"With" in classification',                   '"Assume they are related β€” no documentation needed"'],
            ["Inpatient uncertain diagnosis",              '"Probable = code it"'],
            ["Outpatient uncertain diagnosis",             '"Probable = do NOT code it β€” use symptoms"'],
            ["Septic shock",                               '"Never principal dx β€” infection always leads"'],
            ["Chapter 15 obstetrics",                      '"Always wins the sequencing race"'],
            ["Principal diagnosis definition",             '"Responsible AFTER study = at discharge, not admission"'],
            ["Adverse vs. Poisoning",                      '"Correct drug bad reaction = adverse; wrong/too much = poisoning"'],
            ["AMI within 4 weeks",                         '"Use I22 WITH I21"'],
            ["HIV with illness",                           '"Always B20"'],
            ["HIV positive, no symptoms",                  '"Z21"'],
            ["POA = N",                                    '"Happened during the stay = hospital pays"'],
            ["Default diabetes type",                      '"No type documented = Type 2 (E11.-)"'],
            ["External cause codes",                       '"Never principal β€” always supporting info"'],
        ],
        col_widths=[3.5*inch, 3.5*inch]
    ))

    story.extend(h2("High-Yield Codes to Know"))
    story.extend(make_table(
        ["Code", "Condition"],
        [
            ["B20",    "HIV disease (with illness / AIDS)"],
            ["Z21",    "Asymptomatic HIV positive status"],
            ["A41.9",  "Sepsis, unspecified organism"],
            ["R65.21", "Severe sepsis with septic shock"],
            ["U07.1",  "COVID-19"],
            ["U07.0",  "Vaping-related disorder"],
            ["U09.9",  "Post-COVID condition, unspecified"],
            ["I10",    "Essential hypertension"],
            ["I1A.0",  "Resistant hypertension"],
            ["I21.4",  "NSTEMI"],
            ["E11.-",  "Type 2 diabetes mellitus"],
            ["O80",    "Normal uncomplicated delivery"],
            ["Z37.-",  "Outcome of delivery (always secondary on maternal record)"],
            ["Z38.-",  "Liveborn infant (always principal on newborn record)"],
            ["Z85.-",  "Personal history of malignant neoplasm"],
            ["Z79.4",  "Long-term (current) use of insulin"],
        ],
        col_widths=[1.2*inch, 5.8*inch]
    ))

    story.append(Spacer(1, 0.3*inch))
    footer_note = Table([[
        Paragraph(
            "ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines FY 2025 | Study Guide prepared by Orris Medical Coding Tutor | "
            "For educational purposes. Always refer to the official CMS/NCHS guidelines for clinical use.",
            ParagraphStyle("fn", fontSize=7.5, textColor=colors.gray,
                           fontName="Helvetica-Oblique", alignment=TA_CENTER))
    ]], colWidths=[7.0*inch])
    footer_note.setStyle(TableStyle([
        ("TOPPADDING",   (0,0),(-1,-1), 8),
        ("BOTTOMPADDING",(0,0),(-1,-1), 8),
        ("LINEABOVE",    (0,0),(-1,0),  0.5, MGRAY),
    ]))
    story.append(footer_note)

    # ── Build ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
    doc.build(story, onFirstPage=on_page, onLaterPages=on_page)
    print(f"PDF created: {OUTPUT}")


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What's inside the PDF:
  • Cover page with title and subtitle in a professional navy/gold design
  • Header/footer on every page with title and page numbers
  • Color-coded sections - navy section banners, teal headings, highlighted tip/warning/mnemonic boxes
  • All content from the full study guide:
    • Big Picture overview table
    • Section I-A: Conventions (code structure, NEC/NOS, Excludes1/2, etiology-manifestation, key words)
    • Section I-B: General coding rules (acute/chronic, combination codes, sequela, uncertain dx comparison)
    • Section I-C: Chapter-specific guidelines (HIV, Sepsis, MRSA, COVID, Neoplasms, Diabetes, HTN, AMI, OB, Injuries, Z codes)
    • Section II: Principal diagnosis selection
    • Section III: Additional diagnoses
    • Section IV: Outpatient rules
    • Appendix I: POA indicators
    • Master cheat sheet with all key rules and high-yield codes
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