This is the second Blog in our “Tell Me Why” Series addressing questions on ICD-10. Last time we introduced to you the 7th Character that sets ICD-10 apart from ICD-9. This time we will address the continued existence of “Unspecified codes” in the new code set. What are these codes? Why are they not a thing of the Read more…
The Elusive 7th Character in ICD-10
CureMD’s “Tell Me Why” blog series will answer any questions about ICD-10, its code structure, and usage. If you have a query, please submit it in the comments section below. Alternatively, you can register for our ICD-10 Physician Training program to talk to experts. The Elusive 7th Character The 7th character in ICD-10 can be as deadly as the Read more…
Highlights–Jump start CureMD for ICD-10
CureMD recently conducted its ICD-10 training for physicians titled ‘Jump start your CureMD application for ICD-10.’ We provided an ICD-10 training plan roadmap to our physicians for a smooth transition in the next few weeks. Here are the highlights from the session: CureMD Application is ready for ICD-10 with minimal changes to application’s existing interface. This is Read more…
We made it to #HIT99
Massive shout out to CureMD and Its senior health IT consultant Maryann Lambert, for making it to the #HIT99 2015 list, a twitter platform where various healthcare social media enthusiasts interact with others of their kind, to influence the lives of people through their insightful tweets, blog posts etc. Among 1650 valid nominations and thousands of tweets, Read more…
Monopolistic Insurance Giants Might Just Get Bigger.
The trigger for these mergers is the Affordable Care Act. One can’t help but wonder if the quest for accessible and affordable healthcare has made physicians worse off. Well it’s happening. Humana is officially seeking a buyer, despite its dominant position in the marketplace. Cigna and Anthem, two biggest players in the insurance market have Read more…
CureMD ICD-10 Application Series
CureMD is launching its ICD-10 Application series to prepare our Practices for ICD-10. From August till the transition deadline, we will regularly conduct training sessions to prep your practice on what needs to be done in the next two months. Join us on August 6 to see how ICD-10 will work on your CureMD application. We recommend all Read more…
What do I need to do for ICD-10?
In just a few months the new ICD-10 diagnostic codes will officially take effect, and physicians will be required to comply 100%, or risk not getting reimbursed. These changes to medical billing practices are expected to cause major disruptions to practices’ revenue flow. So, what are health care providers to do? How can physicians and Read more…
ICD-10 Grace Period Approved – No Claim Denial Post October 1
In a surprise concession yesterday, CMS has agreed to a denial free grace period post-October 1, to make the ICD-10 transition easier for physicians. Following this announcement, American Medical Association (AMA) that had been lobbying for protection for Doctors rolling out New ICD-10 coding systems, has publicly withdrawn its demand for a delay to ICD-10. AMA Read more…
Are you ‘Unknowingly’ Committing a Medicare Fraud?
243 individuals including physicians, nurses and other licensed medical professionals charged for approximately $712 million in false billing. A few months ago on this very blog, we told you about OIG gearing up for a historic round of audits. Though our main concern during that time was the safety of Protected Health Information, recent developments indicate Read more…
How to train for ICD-10 Codes?
Lately, I’ve come across a lot of Health IT vendors who are placating their clients by telling them to sit back, relax and let their EHR handle the ICD-10 transition. Though the right EHR will play a crucial role in your ICD-10 success, a topic we will touch upon in the coming few days, please Read more…