• ICD-10

    ICD-10 Coding Takes Effect Oct. 1, 2014

    The requirement to use the ICD-10 coding system takes effect Oct. 1, 2014. If your practice hasn’t developed an implementation plan, the time to start is now. The transition to a new coding system will be the most challenging initiative yet since the inception of medical coding. Preparation is more than learning the new code set and upgrading office technology. TMA will be offering a variety of training opportunities including live seminars, hands-on workshops, live and on-demand webinars, and software. To get started, watch the video below, and find more short videos covering Q&A’s on a variety of ICD-10 aspects in the ICD-10 Video Vault. 

  • ICD-10 Transition is Coming: What Should Docs Do NOW?

  • ICD-10 Transition Toolkit

    The ICD-10 Transition Toolkit walks your practice through every aspect of preparation including policies, procedures, processes, relationships with other organizations, and even IT. Your transition plan is laid out on an easy-to-follow timeline that allows you to assign specific tasks to staff members and quickly track your practice’s progress. Even after the ICD-10 transition date has passed, this toolkit remains invaluable. You will get payer-by-payer analytics that make it easy to compare post-transition revenue with previous years, spot trouble areas, and address any payer issues.

    Click here to view a 4-minute demo of the Simple Solutions ICD-10 Toolkit.
    Save hours of time over manual code book conversions! Purchase your Toolkit today

    Stay abreast of TMA’s ICD-10 education programs by contacting practice management consultant Heather Bettridge who is certified as a professional coder (CPC) and certified professional medical auditor (CPMA).  She may be reached via email at heather.bettridge@texmed.org. Ms. Bettridge is maintaining a database of physicians and staff who request special notification of TMA’s upcoming ICD-10, seminars, workshops, and webinars as details become available.  

     

  • ICD-10 Transition Software

    TMA now offers an easy-to-use electronic ICD-9↔ ICD-10 GEMs mapping software to assist practices with the transition to ICD-10-CM.  This tool, available as a download or web-based, will help you quickly and easily identify which ICD-10-CM codes replace the ICD-9-CM codes your practice uses now. It allows you to:
     
    o Search by code, code description, or key words
    o Create and save a “favorites” list of commonly used codes
    o Develop and print quick reference lists.
    o One-time purchase price with no ongoing subscription fees

    Click here to view a 3-minute demo of the Simple Solutions GEMs Translator.
    Save hours of time over manual code book conversions! Purchase your GEMs Translator today

    Reserve Your Spot on TMA’s Notification List

    Stay abreast of TMA’s ICD-10 education programs by contacting practice management consultant Heather Bettridge who is certified as a professional coder (CPC) and certified professional medical auditor (CPMA).  She may be reached via email at heather.bettridge@texmed.org. Ms. Bettridge is maintaining a database of physicians and staff who request special notification of TMA’s upcoming ICD-10, seminars, workshops, and webinars as details become available.  
     

  • Tools and Resources

    ICD-10 Implementation Timelines - CMS
    Use this link to get detailed timelines and checklists for activities that practices need to carry out to prepare for ICD-10. 

    ICD-10 Facts and Myths - CMS
    This fact sheet from CMS provides responses to myths about ICD-10 and resources.

    ICD-10 Now! How and Why 
    It’s time to begin your preparations, and this live seminar series will teach you everything you need to know about starting the ICD-10 transition.

    TMA Education Center
    Start now and gain the knowledge needed for a seamless transition.

    Practice Consulting
    Custom transition solutions and professional coding help for your practice.

    ICD-10 Transition Software
    Save hours of time over manual code book ICD-9 to ICD-10 conversions.

    ICD-10 Video Vault
    Watch these video Q&A’s covering a variety of ICD-10 aspects. 

  • News

    Transition to ICD-10: Role of Clearinghouses (E-Tips, June 11, 2013)

     How Will ICD-10 Affect Practice Productivity? (E-Tips, May 21, 2013)

     A Local Solution for ICD-10 Training (Action, May 15, 2013)

     Fiery Water Skis? There's an ICD-10 Code for That! (Action, May 1, 2013)

    What’s the Main Difference Between ICD-9 and ICD-10? (E-Tips, Apr. 24, 2013)

     Use These Tools to Prep for ICD-10 (Action, Mar. 26, 2013)

    ICD-10: What Should Practices Do Now? (E-Tips, Jan. 23, 2013)

    The Clock's Ticking: ICD-10 Coming in 2014 (Texas Medicine, January 2013)  membersonlyred(2) 

    The Physician’s Primary Role in ICD-10: Documentation (E-Tips, Jan. 10, 2013)

    AMA Statement in Support Of HHS' Intent to Delay ICD-10 Compliance Date - AMA, Feb. 16, 2012

    Braking ICD-10  (Texas Medicine, April 2012)  membersonlyred(2)  

    Walked Into a Lamppost? Hurt While Crocheting? Help Is on the Way  (Wall Street Journal, Sept. 13, 2011)

    ICD-10 articles (Texas Medicine, Feb. 2012)  membersonlyred(2)