Train staff on coding instruction changes in the ICD-10-CM update
While you and your team prepare for the new ICD-10-CM codes that will go into effect Oct. 1, make sure you’re also ready for changes to coding instructions for existing codes. For example, you’ll find new clarifying terms and changes to Excludes notes. These revisions can speed coding and reduce denials but they’re easy to overlook.
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