Get Ready for ICD-10

Now is the time to start planning for the ICD-10 medical coding transition. In this webinar, recorded on October 15, 2013, Betty Hovey of AAPC explains the coming changes in medical coding and how your medical practice can start getting everyone prepared starting today.

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Appropriate Chart Review Requires Standardization

Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA

Blog | July 03, 2014 | Coding, ICD-10, ICD-9

By Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA

Whether you are working with off-shore radiologists or your own coding department, using the same language is vital.

Diagnosis Coding: Why It Is So Important

Betsy Nicoletti

Pearl | July 02, 2014 | Coding, ICD-9, Payers, Pearls

By Betsy Nicoletti

Claims are paid based on the CPT code submitted to the payer. The diagnosis code supports medical necessity and tells the payer why the service was performed.

EHRs and the ICD-10 Transition: Planning for 2015

Michael Stearns, CHTS-PW

June 09, 2014 | ICD-10, Coding, EHR, Health IT, ICD-9, Medical Billing & Collections, Operations

By Michael Stearns, CHTS-PW

It's important to work with your EHR vendor to ensure ICD-10 compliance in 2015. Here are some of the challenges to address right away.