Outpatient Facility Coding Alert - 2012 Issue 12
Reader Question: Bypass 2013 ICD-9 Changes
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Article Overview
This article addresses a reader question about whether annual ICD-9-CM updates were planned for 2013. It explains the broader timing of diagnosis code updates, references CMS and the IPPS proposed rule, and situates the discussion in the transition period leading toward ICD-10-CM. The piece is useful for coders and billing staff who track yearly code-set changes and related guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps coding professionals understand whether to expect annual ICD-9-CM diagnosis updates for the year in question and where such changes are typically announced, while also highlighting the operational impact of the ICD-10 transition.
What You Will Learn
- The status of planned ICD-9-CM diagnosis code updates for 2013
- How annual diagnosis code changes are typically communicated
- The role of CMS and the IPPS proposed rule in update announcements
- How the ICD-9-CM freeze relates to preparation for ICD-10-CM
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Coding auditors
- Practice managers
- General surgery practices
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