< Back AAP Pediatric Coding Newsletter September 2006 In this Issue Coding for Noncritical Inpatient and Observation Services: The Dilemma Q&A: Answers to questions on coding using V, E, J, and A codes; how to use code 99080 when completing special reports for patients Practice Management Tip: Revision of the CMS-1500 Health Insurance Claim Form: Revision of the CMS-1500 Health Insurance Claim Form You Code It!: Avoid confusing the initial date of service with the admission date or date of birth; always code from the physician's perspective, not the patient's Diagnosis Coding: Why Services Are Provided (Online Exclusive): Invaluable information for physicians and hospitals from the ICD-9-CM manual including details of the principles of coding and instructions for selecting codes Sign In Now To continue reading, you must be a subscriber to AAP Pediatric Coding Newsletter Online. Not a Subscriber? Subscribe Learn more about AAP Pediatric Coding Newsletter Online You can purchase 24-hour online access to this entire AAP Pediatric Coding Newsletter Online issue. Pay and get access now