ICD 9 to ICD 10 transition: Implementation strategies and a timeline for success

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The transition from ICD 9 to ICD 10 coding will take place on Oct. 1, 2013, representing a considerable shift in the way health care providers do business. The impact of the implementation cannot be understated, as it will result in a substantial increase in codes and a much higher level of specificity regarding the state of the patient. There is a significant amount of planning, testing and education that must take place to ensure that your systems and employees are prepared, avoiding potential delays in reimbursement.

Organizations should begin planning for ICD 10 as quickly as possible, as providers that allow time to alleviate concerns will be the ones that prosper. In the end, the transition will simplify the jobs of coders and physicians, providing a higher level of insight in order to manage the patient more effectively. Find out what implications ICD 10 could have to your finances, culture and technology, as well as how to develop an implementation plan and identify process improvements.