Healthcare News: CMS guidance clarifies instructions for reporting services spanning October 1

Why This Topic Matters

Claims that span the ICD-10 implementation date can create billing and coding uncertainty. This guidance helps readers understand the scope of the transition-related instructions and where CMS points providers for additional clarification.

Article Sections

1. CMS guidance for services spanning October 1

   Overview of the transition-related billing issue and the CMS guidance discussed in the article.

2. Type of Bill 12X instructions

   Discussion of how one inpatient Part B hospital bill type is handled when dates of service span the implementation date.

3. Type of Bill 11X instructions

   Discussion of how an inpatient hospital bill type is handled when discharge or through dates fall on or after the implementation date.

4. Example bills and additional guidance

   Mention of example billing scenarios and a reference to additional CMS guidance for related situations.