ICD Codes — Why Are They Important?

icd codes and why are they important

What are ICD Codes? ICD codes are alphanumeric designations given to every diagnosis, description of symptoms and cause of death attributed to human beings. These classifications are developed, monitored and copyrighted by the World Health Organization (WHO). In the United States, …

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ICD-10-CM Online Training & Certification

icd 10 cm online training and certification

The ICD-10-CM Online Training & Certification is completely online & self-paced, consisting of 20 jam-packed modules, pre-recorded videos, practice questions, complete instructor support  (one on one coaching), with a textbook entitled “Understanding ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS: A Worktext”, private forum access, and …

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ICD 10 Training — 4 Things You Need To Know

The 10th revision of the International Statistical Classification of Diseases by the World Health Organization (WHO), popularly known as “ICD-1o” is set for implementation by October 1, 2015.  What this means is — all health care providers and payers must adopt to …

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