General Surgery Coding Alert - 2014 Issue 28
ICD-10: CMS Solidifies 2015 Date, Clarifies Testing
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Article Overview
This article covers CMS updates on the ICD-10 transition timeline, implementation readiness, and testing opportunities for providers and practices. It also notes a CMS-provided alternative billing submission method for organizations that may not be ready for the transition. The content is relevant to billing staff, compliance teams, practice administrators, and anyone tracking Medicare claim submission changes tied to ICD-10.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand a key federal implementation milestone and what CMS says about preparing systems and participating in testing. It also highlights a backup submission pathway that may matter for practices managing Medicare claims during the transition period.
What You Will Learn
- The status of CMS’s ICD-10 implementation timeline
- What CMS says about testing opportunities before implementation
- That CMS provides an alternative billing submission option for some Medicare claims submitters
- Why practices are encouraged to monitor ICD-10 transition updates
Who Should Read This
- Billing and coding professionals
- Practice administrators
- Compliance staff
- Revenue cycle teams
- Medicare claims submitters
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