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The current number one question on CMS’s “Frequently-Asked Questions” website isabout ICD-10, not surprisingly. The surprise, however, is that CMS doesn’t have a firm answer to the question.
When asked how to submit claims with service dates that span the ICD-10 implementation date of Oct. 1, 2014, CMS replied, “Many payers are requiring claims with dates of service that span the October 1, 2014 implementation date to be split so that the services prior to 10/1/2014 are billed separately and utilize ICD-9 codes; services on and after 10/1/2014 are billed separately and utilize ICD-10 codes.” However, the agency added, “Check specific payer guidelines for processing claims for services that span the 10/1/2014 ICD-10 transition date.”
To read this and other common questions sent to CMS, visit https://questions.cms.gov/faq.php?id=5005&faqId=8246.
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