ICD-10 Tip of the week: You can propose ICD-10 code changes – here’s how

Why This Topic Matters

ICD-10-CM is periodically updated, and organizations that code or manage clinical documentation need to know how proposed changes enter the review process and what supporting information is expected.

Article Sections

1. How code change proposals are submitted

   Introduces the general process for suggesting updates to ICD-10-CM and notes that proposals are reviewed by a federal coordination and maintenance body.

2. What proposal submissions should include

   Summarizes the broad categories of information requested in a submission and references general alignment with the classification structure.

3. Deadlines, meetings, and follow-up

   Covers the timing of proposal review, the role of committee meetings, and where submitters can find upcoming dates and related resources.