ICD-10 – How to ensure proper diagnosis coding as grace period ends

Why This Topic Matters

It helps practices understand why ICD-10 coding processes may need closer attention after the initial transition period and what operational areas should be reviewed to reduce denials and revenue disruption.

Article Sections

1. Transition overview and upcoming CMS changes

   Introduces the ICD-10 transition context and describes upcoming CMS changes that may affect diagnosis code specificity and claims processing.

2. How to avoid ICD-10 denials

   Outlines broad readiness concerns for practices and emphasizes the need to assess current coding processes before stricter review begins.

3. Take steps to step up ICD-10 accuracy

   Covers general self-assessment questions, information gathering, and ways practices can stay informed about coding updates and specialty-specific changes.

4. More tips for success in ICD-10

   Discusses operational practices that support more consistent documentation, coding communication, and workflow review.

5. Emphasizing denials and follow-up

   Focuses on denial monitoring, internal tracking, communication with payers, and assigning responsibility for follow-up activities.