This training course will serve as an introduction to ICD-10-CM for anyone looking to understand what the new coding system is about. This course specifically introduces home health and hospice professionals to ICD-10-CM coding to ensure a smooth transition when ICD-10-CM coding becomes mandatory October 1, 2015. This course will prompt problem solving regarding expected challenges, solutions to these challenges, and an updated timeline for implementation of the changes.
Learning Objectives
- Learn what ICD-10-CM is and why we are changing to ICD-10-CM
- See comparisons of the ICD-9 and ICD-10 code sets
- Learn anticipated challenges that ICD-10-CM implementation will have on your agency and solutions to these challenges
- Learn how ensure that your agency is ready for ICD-10-CM Implementation
- Review an updated implementation timeline
- Compare projected costs of implementation to real data of implementation in other settings
When
Apr 9, 2015
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where
Online
Speaker
Jennifer Gibson, RN, HCS-D, COS-C
Jennifer Gibson is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of home health industry experience. She is a certified OASIS and Coding Specialist. She regularly trains on ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding. She has held several leadership roles in the administration of home health agencies and as a Director of Nursing. Jennifer consults widely for home health agencies nationwide and is a sought after contributor to industry blogs and publications. Jennifer is committed to the success of the home care industry and currently serves on several committees for the National Alliance for Home Health Quality and Innovation (AHHQI) as well as the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice. Jennifer has the heart of a teacher, and her passion is to support others in the home care industry.
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