AAPC has introduced online training modules for ICD-10-CM anatomy and pathophysiology as coders prepare for ICD-10 implementation, according to an AAPC report.

1. Ask outsourced coding vendors for documentation on ICD-10 transition plans. Many ASCs outsource their coding to third-party vendors, meaning surgery center leaders must speak to vendors about their ...

One of the major training decisions that a healthcare organization needs to make is when to start ICD-10 training. How much training will be part of that timing decision. It's important that you don't ...

On Oct. 1, 2013, ICD-10-CM (clinical modification) and ICD-10-PCS (procedural coding system) will be implemented into the HIPAA mandated code, increasing the number of codes from around 13,600 under ...

Medical credentialing organization AAPC will kick off its ICD-10 training at the April 2013 conference and conduct seven regional conferences through the 2014 implementation deadline, according to the ...

IOD Learning Institute paired with ICD-10 GYM™ applied learning modules and associated analytics to enhance ICD-10 coding productivity and quality with hands-on education, real-time feedback, in-depth ...

ICD-10-CM coding can be challenging for coders in the outpatient setting. It is important to remember that the Official ICD-10-CM Guidelines for Coding and Reporting provide a road map to ensure ...

“We're seeing many clearinghouses and other vendors take a very reactive approach to ICD-10, which will lead to a lot of claims getting rejected and providers not getting paid in a timely manner,” ...