Don’t stop ICD-10 education; keep it up to close revenue-draining training gaps

Why This Topic Matters

It helps practices understand why ICD-10 training cannot stop after implementation and why incomplete provider and staff education can affect coding efficiency, documentation quality, and payment-related outcomes.

Article Sections

1. Why ICD-10-CM training still matters

   Introduces the ongoing need for ICD-10-CM education after the transition period and explains the operational concerns driving continued training efforts.

2. Quality reporting and the end of the code freeze

   Describes broader reporting and update-cycle issues that make continued diagnosis code education important for physician practices.

3. Survey results on coder, biller, and provider training

   Summarizes survey findings about how different staff groups are faring with ICD-10-CM preparation and where training gaps remain.

4. Flawed notes extend the work day

   Discusses the workflow effects of incomplete documentation on coding, billing, and provider time.

5. Reboot your provider training efforts

   Presents general approaches for renewing provider education, including using internal champions, practical examples, and specialty-focused communication.

6. Sit with doctors and cheat

   Covers collaborative training methods, review of tools and workflow aids, and the use of memory aids to support ICD-10-CM learning.

7. Coders, billers need help too

   Addresses training needs among coding and billing staff, along with general maintenance practices for keeping coding knowledge current.