With ICD-10, healthcare professionals face the biggest challenge AND the biggest opportunity ever. Healthcare professionals have been struggling for years, trying to code for treatments and services that didn't quite fit the range of possibilities available with new methods and technology.Fundamentally, ICD-10 is a new way to approach diagnosis. With the right amount of preparation, it can lead to an increase in payments and improved patient care.This book is ideal for front desk staff, clinicians, practice owners and billing staff for all healthcare practices throughout the United States and it is the single, definitive guide to help you prepare for ICD-10.In this new book, expect to understand the fear and start to prepare for the transition. Understand the major changes in the new coding system. Discover how ICD-10 will benefit everyone, and prepare to code for the new era. Here is a brief summary of the content in the book:Identifying Fraud, Trends and AbuseGrading PerformanceImproved Analytics for PractitionersThe Power of TenTen Things to Know to Prepare for ICD-10ICD-10 Codes will Impact EveryoneYour EMR Should be Able to Map ICD9 > ICD10 > SNOMED CodesCrosswalk DeterminationWhy Early Preparation Is CriticalCPT Codes Will Stay the SameIdentify Any Needed Documentation ChangesMake the Conversion a Top PriorityBe Prepared for an EmergencyInvest in Education for your StaffThree Biggest Mistakes to Avoid With the ICD-10 TransitionHow to Avoid a Substantial Decline in ProductivityBilling Staff ConsiderationsComplacency (The Notion that 'It Will Get Delayed')Implementing Your PreparationWhere to Get AssistanceCreating a Strategic Planning TeamBudgeting and PlanningCommunication between Staff and with Vendors is CriticalTesting Your Level of Preparation for ICD-10Documentation and Coding Principles May Need ModificationConduct an Impact AnalysisFinding a VendorCommunication is KeyCustom Templates and ModificationsTraining for SuccessReverse Engineering ICD-10 PreparationCreate a Contingency PlanBudgets and DeadlinesCommunicate With OthersNew Rules and Compatibility Education, Skills, and ResourcesFix Existing ProblemsAcceptance is KeyThe TransitionMore Codes for AllEasing the TransitionTraining OpportunitiesPlan for ContingenciesMaintain Cash Reserves - Plan AheadTraining and Education Essentials - Invest in ResourcesIn-House or Outsourced Billing - Examine Pros and ConsThe Impact of Security Vulnerabilities - Protect DataPrepare for the Threat of RAC Audits - Maintain Compliant Documentation Testing Your EMR for ICD-10Get your team used to using hardwareAnalyze your workflow Input all dataUpgrade to the necessary hardwareAssign a Project Manager or Team LeaderInclude EveryoneInvest in Training ProgramsEMR Implementation to Improve Workflow and Cash flowCompliant, Comprehensive DocumentationRapid Transmission of (and Access to) Medical RecordsStreamlined, Efficient BillingLegibility of InformationHow to ChooseFocus on DesignAnalytics is ImportantAvoid Gimmicks and Sales PitchesAn EMR Can Lead to Personal FreedomVerifying Insurance CoverageFewer Hours and More MoneySpace and TimeErrors and ReimbursementsFor more information and updated resources, please visit www.truthabouticd10.com
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CreateSpace
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1503201260
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9781503201262
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Nitin Chhoda
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Truth about Icd-10 : 10 Things to Know As Your Practice Prepares for Icd-10