Sarcopenia and the New ICD-10-CM Code: Screening, Staging, and Diagnosis Considerations
Document Type
Journal Article
Study Type
systematicreview
Publication Date
7-9-2017
Journal
Federal Practitioner
Volume
34
Issue
7
Inclusive Pages
24-32
Keywords
sarcopenia; screening; Federal hosptials; geriatrics; diagnosis; assessment; body composition; muscle
Abstract
The CDC recently recognized sarcopenia as a reportable medical condition necessitating better screening and diagnosis of this geriatric syndrome. The purpose of this work is to inform practitioners how sarcopenia screening is aided by the new ICD-10-CM code and briefly review recent VA initiatives for proactive care. Additional objectives include identifying common methods used to assess sarcopenia and providing general recommendations to the VHA National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (NCP) concerning the management of sarcopenia. Broad guidance from NCP may encourage veterans to pursue selected screening tests, promote the appropriate use of preventative services, and facilitate timely treatment when needed.
APA Citation
Falcon, L., & Harris-Love, M. O. (2017). Sarcopenia and the New ICD-10-CM Code: Screening, Staging, and Diagnosis Considerations. Federal Practitioner, 34 (7). Retrieved from https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_exer_facpubs/110
Peer Reviewed
1
Open Access
1
