BC Advantage - 2013 Issue 4
The Future of ICD-9-CM
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Article Overview
This article explains why ICD-9-CM references remain useful even after the ICD-10 implementation date. It is aimed at coders, billers, auditors, and reimbursement professionals who need to understand transition-era claims, older-date services, secondary review, and payer-specific processing considerations. The piece also highlights general reference features found in an AAPC ICD-9-CM book that support diagnosis coding and claim review.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand the practical reasons legacy ICD-9-CM resources can remain relevant during and after a coding-system transition. It is useful for professionals who manage claims spanning the implementation window, review denials, or maintain payer-specific coding workflows.
What You Will Learn
- Why older diagnosis coding references may still be needed after a new code set goes live
- How timing, claim status, and payer workflows can affect code-set use during a transition period
- What kinds of reference tools may be included in an ICD-9-CM book to support coding and review
- Why maintaining legacy coding resources can matter for retrospective and reprocessed claims
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Coding auditors
- Compliance educators
- Reimbursement professionals
- Health information management staff
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