The organization recommends developing a transition plan to decide how practices will comply with ICD-10, establishing milestones for keeping everyone on task and sharing the transition plan with vendors.
Here are six other tips from CMS for a smooth transition:
• Communicate regularly with vendors to ensure practice management systems will be able to handle the new transactions.
• Identify any functions that use ICD-9 and will be affected by ICD-10.
• Determine which staff members need training and when they should receive it.
• Work with peers in the industry to share resources and tips.
• Have an emergency plan for cash flow disruptions from claims processing delays.
• Get all ICD-9 claims processed before the deadline to avoid a backlog.
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