ICD-10 Preparation: Not Planning to Transition to ICD-10 as of Oct. 1, 2013? You Might Be Liable to Face Millions in Fines, CMS Reps Say
CMS officials are considering how to handle dates of service that span the pre- and post-ICD-10 implementation dates.
If you think the ICD-10 codes won't apply to your Medicare claims as of Oct. 1, 2013, CMS has news for you -- not only will your claims be denied if you continue to submit ICD-9 codes to Medicare after that date, but you could face fines. CMS representatives shed light on this and several other issues during the agency's May 18 "ICD-10 National Provider Teleconference."Question 1: How will CMS handle claims that span from before Oct. 1, 2013 through...
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