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The examples below show the structural differences between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS.
ICD-9-CM Diagnoses Codes:
3–5 digits
First digit is alpha (E or V) or numeric
Digits 2–5 are numeric; and Decimal is after third digit
Examples:
496 – Chronic airway obstruction, N... Read More
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Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) shared five facts dispelling misperceptions about the transition to ICD-10. Here are five more facts addressing common questions and concerns CMS has heard about ICD-10:
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