The ICD-10-CM/PCS codes are available for dual use starting October 1, 2012. The ICD-10-CM/PCS has two manuals. Name each and describe its function including coding and code procedures
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
a. Clinical Manual
The ICD-10-CM will be similar to the ICD-9-CM except the codes are more specific and expanded to allow for additional codes to be added in the future. Volumes I and II remain in this manual. All healthcare settings will utilize this portion.
b. Procedural Service Codes
This ICD-10-PCS manual has been drastically upgraded for inpatient hospital settings to code procedures. This manual contains Volume III. It is tentatively set to release in the summer of 2012 for available use in the fall of 2012. Full implementation is expected in 2014. The ICD-11 is in the works and will be implemented between 2014 and 2020.
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