Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2015 Issue 10
ICD-10: Look Beyond Oct. 1, 2015 in Your ICD-10 Training Plan
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Article Overview
This article discusses how practices can support ICD-10 readiness before and after the implementation date. It focuses on the ongoing training needs of coders and providers, the importance of documentation collaboration, and general ways to stay current with ICD-10 guidance from payers and peers. It is aimed at coding professionals, clinicians, and practice staff involved in diagnosis coding workflows.
Why This Topic Matters
ICD-10 adoption affects documentation, communication, and claim submission across the practice, so teams need a shared approach to training and post-launch learning. The article helps readers assess the kinds of organizational preparation and ongoing education that support a smoother transition.
Article Sections
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Provider + coder cooperation
Discusses the need for communication between coders and clinical staff during ICD-10 transition. It frames documentation collaboration as a core part of practice readiness.
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Keep learning, practicing, after Oct. 1
Covers the post-implementation need for continued study and peer learning. It also describes general sources of ICD-10 education and updates for keeping skills current.
What You Will Learn
- Why ICD-10 preparation continues after the implementation date
- How collaboration between coders and providers supports documentation readiness
- What kinds of ongoing education and peer resources are mentioned for staying current
- Why continued practice matters during the early stages of ICD-10 use
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding educators and trainers
- Physicians and clinical providers
- Practice managers
- Billing and revenue cycle staff
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