The full form of ICU in medical coding is Intensive Care Unit.
An ICU is a specialized unit within a hospital that provides intensive care for patients with severe illnesses or injuries. These units are equipped with advanced medical technology and staffed by highly trained medical professionals.
Here are some common types of ICUs:
- Cardiac ICU (CICU): Focuses on patients with heart problems.
- Neurological ICU (NICU): Focuses on patients with brain or nervous system issues.
- Surgical ICU (SICU): Focuses on patients recovering from major surgery.
- Medical ICU (MICU): Focuses on patients with serious medical conditions.
- Pediatric ICU (PICU): Focuses on critically ill children.
Medical coders use the abbreviation ICU to identify patient locations and procedures in medical records, ensuring accurate billing and documentation.
