Outpatient Facility Coding Alert - 2015 Issue 31
Diagnosis Coding: CMS Reps: All Systems Go for Next Month's ICD-10 Launch
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Article Overview
This article covers CMS updates on ICD-10 readiness for Medicare Fee-for-Service claims, including acknowledgement testing, end-to-end testing, and practical considerations for providers approaching the implementation date. It is relevant to coders, billing staff, practice managers, and compliance teams who need a broad understanding of CMS testing status and available submission alternatives during the transition to ICD-10.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps healthcare billing and coding professionals understand the operational status of CMS systems before ICD-10 launch and identify general preparation and contingency topics that may affect claims submission workflows.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS characterized system readiness ahead of ICD-10 implementation
- What types of testing were discussed in connection with claims submission
- Which broad submission issues were observed during provider testing
- What general alternatives were mentioned for providers whose systems were not ready
- Where CMS directed providers to look for additional resources
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing specialists
- Practice managers
- Revenue cycle staff
- Compliance teams
- Healthcare IT teams
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