Nursing Homes Prep to Maintain Precision, Accuracy as ICD-10 Codes Change

Skilled Nursing News August 11, 2023
Shelby Grebbin

Upcoming ICD-10CM changes, set to take effect on October 1, will have a significant impact on skilled nursing facilities, with changes related to Parkinson’s disease being of particular importance.

ICD-10CM codes, the backbone of medical coding, have undergone a consistent evolution since 2021. Notable revisions have been implemented twice annually, with substantial updates aligning each October.

These transformations hold immense significance for skilled nursing operators, as they influence coding accuracy, reimbursement, and overall patient care decisions.

There are quite a few code changes this year, and the changes to the Parkinson’s disease code will have the biggest effect on the SNF setting long-term care sector, according to Jennifer LaBay, a registered nurse and curriculum development specialist with the American Association...

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