Coding Update: April 2022 ICD-10-CM/PCS Code Release

Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, CMS has announced additions to its ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS code sets, effective April 1, 2022. The new codes reflect the evolving nature of the disease and new methods of treatment. To ensure compliant coding, you’ll want to get a firm grasp on the new ICD-10 codes and begin using them as soon as possible.

This on-demand ICD10monitor webcast will get you up to speed on the new ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and coding guidelines. From our presenter, AHIMA-Approved ICD-10 Trainer Cari Greenwood, you’ll also learn about updates to Medicare code edits (MCEs) and National Coverage Determinations (NCDs), effective April 1.

Why This Is Relevant:

Compliant coding depends on the highest level of specificity in reporting diagnoses and procedures. Accurate coding also contributes to the “greater good,” enabling more accurate classification of patients who are affected by the disease. This “special edition” webcast offers a great opportunity to learn about the new ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, which diagnoses and procedures they describe and the availability of official resources to guide your coding.

Learning Objectives:

• Master the use of new ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes that are effective April 1, 2022
• Understand updates to Medicare code edits (MCEs), also effective April 1
• Understand updated National Coverage Determinations (NCDs) taking effect April 1
• Learn how to access coding update resources

Who Should Attend:

Inpatient and outpatient coders, inpatient and outpatient coding auditors, coding supervisor/manager, clinical documentation integrity (CDI) specialists, HIM department manager and assistant manager.