Month: September 2015

ICD-10 and Radiology: What to Expect

Radiology relies heavily on correct front-end data to prevent back-end delays. With ICD-10 implementation approaching, it’s important to address what type of effects these changes will have on radiology. Increases in Billing Codes In a recently published article from the Journal of the American College of Radiology, it was noted that in addition to a…

ICD-10 Is Almost Here! Are You Ready?

ICD-10 implementation is around the corner and the healthcare industry is buzzing. Is the industry ready for such a huge change? What will happen when thousands of providers are all attempting new codes? Will there be a delay in receive payments for claims? Will claims be accepted at all? (Find out what happened when Australia…

Implement ICD-10 Smoothly: Learn From Australia

With less than a month away from the nationwide implementation of ICD-10, it’s important to be thoroughly prepared. Perhaps one of the greatest ways to plan for a perfect implementation is to take a look at the history of ICD-10 around the world. (Save Money: Assess Your Medical Revenue Cycle Before ICD-10) In 1998-1999, Australia…