Despite the recent CMS announcement that it would revise the timeline for implementing the ICD-10 diagnostic code set, it is important for practices to start planning for the transition.
This transition will require considerable changes in office processes and is expected to affect every aspect of business operations.
This white paper from the MMS Physician Practice Resource Center provides guidance in six areas:
- Education and training
- Process analysis of health plan contracts and coverage determinations
- Changes to encounter forms or superbills
- IT system changes
- Increased documentation costs
- Cash flow disruption
Download the white paper here. (.pdf, 10 pages, 124 kb) 
