MGMA recommendations include evaluation of additional code set approaches, such as improving ICD-9 or mandating only impatient use of ICD-10, staggered implementation dates with clearinghouses and insurers first and providers later, development of a single set of ICD-9/ICD-10 crosswalks and certification of insurers, clearinghouses and practice management/billing software.
According to the association, “ICD-10 is expected to be one of the most significant changes the physician practice community has ever undertaken. The adoption of ICD-10 should not be considered without a revised implementation process in place.”
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