State & FederalMedicaidAugust 1, 2018

Coding Spotlight - Obesity

Beginning January 1, 2024, Empire became Anthem. This article, published under the former brand, now applies to Anthem.

Obesity is a serious issue in the United States. The obesity rate is rising. Obesity has significant health consequences, contributing to increased incidence of several diseases, including metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, high blood cholesterol, sleep disorders and cancers.

 

For detail information on obesity HEDIS® measurements and coding, please view the full update at

https://mediproviders.empireblue.com/Documents/NYNY_NYE_ObesityCodingSpotlight.pdf.

 

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PUBLICATIONS: August 2018 Empire Provider Newsletter