Industry Note: Get Up to Speed On 2017 ICD-10 Codes

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Article Overview

This article gives a brief industry update on the 2017 ICD-10-CM refresh and the timing of CMS resources for the new code set. It is aimed at coders and billing professionals who need to stay current with annual diagnosis code changes and understand the general cautions raised by consulting and coding experts about mapping tools.

Why This Topic Matters

Annual ICD-10-CM updates can affect diagnosis coding workflows, and the article highlights why timely review of official resources matters for organizations that code and bill under Medicare and other payer rules.

What You Will Learn

  • The timing and availability of 2017 ICD-10-CM update resources
  • The role of CMS in publishing mapping-related materials
  • General concerns raised about relying on mapping tools during code transitions
  • Why annual diagnosis code updates matter for coding operations

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Billing staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Practice managers

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