ICD-10
AMS ICD-10 Coding Seminar Cancelled
Due to the delay in ICD-10 Implementation, the AMS has cancelled it's upcoming seminars on the topic. For more about the cancellation, see Senate Approves ICD-10 Delay.
Senate Approves ICD-10 Delay
Article from Health Data Management.com By a vote of 64 to 35, the U.S. Senate on March 31 approved legislation that includes a provision to delay the ICD-10 implementation deadline by one year to Oct. 1, 2015. The bill will be sent to President Obama for his expected…
Worried about ICD-10? AMS can help!
On February 26, 2014, CMS Administrator Marilyn Tavenner said physicians' offices would get no relief on the October 1, 2014 deadline for compliance with ICD-10. Do not be intimidated by ICD-10! Being prepared for the transition will make the change easier. These ICD-10 training seminars will ensure that…
Upcoming Webinar Gets You ready for ICD-10
With the ICD-10 implementation deadline looming on October 1, 2014, it is critical for practices to begin their preparation for the ICD-10 conversion. Make plans today to attend the AMS webinar, How to Prepare for ICD-10: A guide for Physicians and Clinic Managers, presented by State Volunteer Mutual…
ICD-9 to ICD-10 Crosswalk Diagnoses by Specialty
Information was recently released from WEDI in collaboration with AAPC regarding the most common diagnoses typically used on Superbills. The following information is provided as a free resource for crosswalk translations that may be applicable to your practice. You can click on the link below and access translations…
AMS Leadership Meets With Arkansas Congressional Delegation
Tuesday, November 19, AMS leadership met with the entire Arkansas Congressional delegation in Washington, DC, to discuss issues of concern. Legislative Committee Chairman, Scott Ferguson, MD; past president Michael Moody, MD; immediate past president, Gene Shelby, MD; past president, Joe Stallings, MD and President-elect, Alan Wilson, MD; along…