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Introduction to the Principles of ICD-10 Coding

This session is intended for Physicians and Coders

Description:
Claims for all services performed on or after October 1, 2013 must use ICD-10 diagnosis codes.  This three-hour session will introduce the important principles of ICD-10.  The session will cover general guidelines and the chapter specific principles that set the rules for code selection and sequencing.  The participant will learn how to select a diagnosis code by understanding the framework of the system and the correct procedure for using the index and tabular list to find a diagnosis.  Many coders find that additional documentation is needed in the medical record.  This session will show how to find out if more specific documentation is needed for ICD-10.  Finally, with the implementation date looming, practices must develop a timeline to learn, teach and use ICD-10.  The program will suggest a plan for small and medium size practices.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the structure of an ICD-10 code
  • Understand and use the symbols, punctuations and conventions
  • Sequence codes correctly based on general instructions and chapter specific rules
  • Define key terms: blocks, Excludes1,  Excludes2, sequencing, placeholder, and seventh digit
  • Identify documentation that will require additional specificity to code

CEUs
3 AAPC credits for 2012

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“My organization approached Betsy Nicoletti because we had providers failing coding audits.

Betsy’s name is out there in the coding world as a leader in the field and wanted the best for our providers.

Betsy works with the organization to set up webinars for our new provider on boarding training process (which according to them has been most beneficial), as well as subsequent auditing to ensure provider engagement and understanding.

Betsy’s one on one approach has helped the organization overall by the specialized attention to our specific needs.

I appreciate Betsy’s tactful approach with the providers to lessen their concerns as it relates to proper coding. She is up to date on all of the current changes in coding and maintains the communication whenever warranted.

Overall I have found the experience of working with Betsy as positive and educational. I would not hesitate to recommend Betsy to any organization that needs to improve their coding practices and improve success rates from outside auditing.”

Julie D., LPN
Clinical Performance/Operations Manager

• Develop agenda with Betsy*
• Betsy will customize presentation and prepare learning materials
• 90 minute Zoom, live education session
• 30 days Q&A follow up
• Recording of session to show new hires
• Interactive: everyone hears the same thing and can ask questions

*Betsy’s area of expertise doesn’t include all procedural coding – email to set up a time to discuss your needs