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ICD-10 QUESTION S & ANSWERS

 

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ECP Update: March, 2014

 

 

The following update from ECP is in keeping with our intention to be your source of timely industry news and updates to help keep you informed on matters that pertain to the healthcare industy, available services and ECP. 

 

ICD-10 Q&A

 

Q1. What is ICD-10?

A1. It is a standardized set of codes for more detailed diagnoses. It will replace ICD-9 codes on your claims.

 

Q2. When will ICD-10 come into effect?

A2. ICD-10 codes will be required for any claims with a date of service from 10/1/2014 going forward. All claims with a date of service through 9/30/2014 will still use ICD-9 codes.

 

Q3. What will we need to do to get ready for ICD-10?

A3. This depends on how you currently send claims. Please see our ICD-10 Testing Instructions that can be accessed from your login page for more information.

 

Q4. What is ECP doing to prepare for ICD-10?

A4. Though it is not required, ECP is voluntarily testing with payers and is also accepting test claims from our clients that will be checked by ECP's edit system to ensure that each submitted ICD-10 code is a valid code.

  

Q5. Will I be able to send ICD-9 and ICD-10 on the same claim?

A5. No. A claim may only contain ICD-9 or ICD-10, not both.

 

Q6. Where do I find the new ICD-10 codes?

A6. There are many sources for this information, we suggest you start by going to either www.cms.gov or  www.aapc.com

 

Q7. Do all payers need to be ready on 10/1/2014?

A7. Yes with the exception of worker's compensation and casualty and property payers.

 

Q8. Should I contact my practice management software to be sure I am ready for ICD-10?

A8. Yes. It is imperative that you verify with them that you care currently capable of sending ICD-10 codes.

 

Q9. When should we send a test file for ICD-10?

A9. We recommend you send a test file as soon as you are able to ensure you are ready for ICD-10.

 

Q10. Can we send ICD-10 codes before the 10/1/2014 deadline?

A10. No. When sending non-test claims, the ICD-10 codes must be sent according to the date of service of 10/1/2014.

 

 

If you have any questions please contact the

ECP Help Desk at 800-327-1213

 

 

ECP

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