Outpatient Facility Coding Alert - 2017 Issue 12
Reader Question: Step Up ICD-10 Knowledge
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Article Overview
This short reader Q&A discusses why coders should build comfort with ICD-10 rather than relying on ICD-9-to-ICD-10 translation habits. It explains the issue in broad terms, mentions Medicare’s General Equivalence Mappings (GEMs), and points to related CMS information for further review. The article is aimed at coding professionals who are working to improve ICD-10 familiarity and coding accuracy.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps coders understand the broader importance of using ICD-10 directly and staying current with the code set instead of depending on older crosswalk approaches.
What You Will Learn
- Why ICD-10 familiarity matters for everyday coding work
- How GEMs are positioned in relation to ICD-9 and ICD-10
- Why some translation-based habits can limit ICD-10 learning
- Where the article points readers for additional CMS-related information
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Coding educators
- Revenue cycle staff
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