ICD-10 Implementation Training (for Health Plans)
AAPC is now offering the most comprehensive ICD- 10 implementation training plan available. We have developed several methods for training your entire office, giving each person the targeted training they need to be ready for ICD-10.
We currently have two options for the core, comprehensive implementation training: an on-site, customized training, and distance learning modules. We also have supplemental training for coders.
Why should I start now?
“Time has been given for proper implementation, and it is our duty to use that time wisely. Do not procrastinate; this change will affect almost every aspect of your practice or facility.” —Deborah Grider, CPC, CPC-H, CPC-I, CPC-P, CEMC, COBGC, CDERC, CCS-P
“The technical aspects alone would affect virtually every system providers and payers use, putting the effort on par with the effort required for Y2K.” —Robert E. Nolan Company report
“Allow enough time for the transition. The consensus is that two to three years is appropriate...” —RAND Corporation report
There's a lot more to ICD-10 implementation than just learning the new codes. ICD-10 will affect almost every part of your business: your computer system, vendor interactions, accounting, day-to-day operations and much more. These changes can’t happen overnight, and you’ll need to analyze, plan and prepare well in advance.
Health Plan ICD-10 Implementation Benchmarks |
| Should be Completed By: |
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| February 2010 |
ICD-10 Awareness |
| March 2010 |
Organizing the Implementation Effort |
| April 2010 |
Impact Assessment |
| July 2010 |
Budget |
| November 2010 |
Development of Education Plan |
| November 2010 |
Business Area Strategy Formulation |
| December 2010 |
Application Systems Strategies |
| December 2010 |
Vendor Strategies |
| December 2011 |
System Design and Development |
| Begin By: October 2012 |
Phase II ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Training |
| October 2012 |
Internal Testing |
| May 2013 |
Deployment of Code |
| Begin by: October 1, 2013 |
Monitoring and Support |
