CMS ICD-10 Post-Implementation Video

CMS has released a video on ICD-10 implementation (Coding Basics Revisited MLN ConnectsÂ® Video).

Topics in the video include:

-What is a valid code,

-Guidelines for coding and reporting,

-Coding process and examples: 7th character, unspecified codes, external cause codes, laterality,

-How to submit coding questions and,

-Resources for Coders.

To help coders become more comfortable with ICD-10, CMS has developed a new guide with resources for specialties and selected health conditions and services. The Specialty Resources Guide features coding and documentation information for common conditions and specialties. The guide also includes links to the CMS Clinical Concepts Guides, Interactive Case Studies, Medical Case Studies, Webcasts, and more.