ICD-10 conversion of MS-DRGs underway

The draft version of v26.0 of MS-DRGs converted to ICD-10-CM/PCS is posted on the CMS website, in full code and condensed code formats. Download the files and accompanying documentation.

CMS publishes "ICD-10-PCS What's New for 2009"

ICD-10-PCS is constantly evolving and innovating to accommodate new procedures and other changes in health care. CMS has published a document detailing some of the 2009 changes.

Click here to access a copy of "2009 Version - What's New", as well as other helpful ICD-10 references.

HHS establishes October 1, 2013 for ICD-10 implementation date

On January 15, 2009, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a final rule establishing ICD-10 as the new national coding standard. The implementation date, initially proposed for October 2011, has been set for October 1, 2013. Experts say that the adoption of the new ICD-10 code sets:

• Allows more accurate definition of services and provides specific diagnosis and treatment information for a wider variety of illnesses and diseases
• Provides more accurate data for tracking, reporting, reimbursement, trending and purchasing decisions
• Reduces claim rejection, improves disease management and allows for more accurate and comprehensive revenue recognition

HIM directors as ICD-10 leaders

HIM directors should play a leadership role in preparing their hospitals for ICD-10. Listen to a podcast interview at AHIMA 2008 about preparing for ICD-10; select option #7 on the playlist.

CMS to hospitals: start ICD-10 planning and preparation now

Last October, HIM directors, coding managers and other hospital leaders received some valuable advice for managing the transition to ICD-10: Start preparing now.

In a conference call sponsored by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, presenters urged the healthcare community to begin preparations immediately. "Don't wait for the final rule because you are wasting precious time," encouraged presenter Nelly Leon-Chisen, RHIA, director, Central Office on ICD-9-CM, American Hospital Association. Read the summary of this conference call from October 14, 2008

Additional ICD-10 information is available from the following organizations:

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
National Center for Health Statistics
American Health Information Management Association

For more information on how 3M can be your ally in the ICD-10 transition, contact a 3M representative at 800-367-2447 or click here.