Physician Note: CMS Outlines New ICD-10 Codes for 2012

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Article Overview

This article summarizes a CMS update on ICD-10-CM changes for 2012. It is aimed at physicians, coders, and other practice staff preparing for the ICD-10 transition, and it highlights the broader categories of code updates, reference materials, and organizational guidance discussed by CMS.

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers understand that ICD-10-CM was still expanding and that CMS was publishing transition-related update materials that could affect practice reference lists and code awareness.

What You Will Learn

  • What CMS included in its 2012 ICD-10-CM update materials
  • How the article frames the growth and maintenance of the ICD-10 code set
  • What kinds of transition-related issues are mentioned for practice preparation
  • Why duplicate code listings are noted in the CMS update

Who Should Read This

  • Physicians
  • Medical coders
  • Coding managers
  • Practice administrators
  • Revenue cycle staff

Codes Discussed

Code Ranges Discussed

  • ICD-10-CM: I84
  • ICD-10-CM: K00-K945
  • ICD-10-CM: K64.0-K64.9

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