CDSSG11060 - Step-By-Step Guide, Step 6 - Declaring Additional Information Statements

Checklist for Declaring AI codes

Once the full set of AI codes are identified, the AI statements should be completed using the following steps:

• Any union codes should be declared first
• Declare the AI 5-digit code followed by the required additional information text
• Use the Appendix 1 completion instructions for the chosen Procedure Code, where given.
• Use the Appendix 2 completion instructions for the chosen Additional Procedure Code, where given
• Use the Appendix 4 completion instructions where the code is not covered by Appendix 1 or 2
• Where the AI code requires specific text to be used, it should be completed as stated in the guidance