The Basics of ICD-10 Coding

Is your health care organization up to date on the ICD-10 coding manual? Join BKD for this complimentary webinar offering a brief tutorial on the manual. For more information visit http://www.bkd.com.

We’ll take a closer look at the steps to find the correct code, common punctuation and instructional tools, differences in code structure and the necessity of reviewing documentation, along with a high-level overview of ICD-10 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting pertinent to nursing facility post-acute conditions. Attendees will review common condition scenarios and gain a baseline understanding of the coding process necessary to assist with transition to the ICD-10 code set, effective October 1, 2015.

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
*Distinguish between ICD-9 and ICD-10 code structure
*Identify the necessity to review clinical documentation and translate that information into diagnosis code
*Describe best practices related to accurate and specific code assignment

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