In a win for the ACR and rheumatologists, for one year after the mandatory ICD-10 implementation on Oct. 1, 2015, CMS will not deny claims on the basis of incorrect ICD-10 sub-codes.
Rheumatology Community Applauds CMS Guidance Providing ICD-10 “Safe Harbor” Period, Encourages Further Action to Ensure Responsible Transition
ATLANTA, Ga.—The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) today praised the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for issuing new guidance to provide a 12-month “safe harbor” period for physicians following the Oct. 1 implementation of the ICD-10 code set. The ACR has led legislative and grassroots efforts to responsibly address the transition to the…
The ACR Practice Management Department Offers Myriad Resources for Rheumatologists
Tools, resources help physicians, staff tackle billing and coding rules, navigate healthcare compliance issues
Coding Corner Answer: October
Coding for facet joint nerve injection for a patient with osteoarthritis
American Medical Association House of Delegates Annual Meeting Update
AMA delegation chair Gary L. Bryant, MD, outlines AMA’s progress with ongoing initiatives, new resolutions submitted by the ACR
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Physicians find patients’ interaction with their digitized records can improve engagement, outcomes
Coding Corner Answer: September
Coding for first infliximab infusion in patient with rheumatoid arthritis
Update on Legislation, Advocacy Efforts to Advance Rheumatology
Status of progess to fix sustainable growth rate physician formula, other rheumatology-related issues facing Congress
Coding Corner Answer: August
Medical decision-making for established diagnosis of gout that is worsening
Coding Corner Answer: May
Medical terminology rheumatologists should know to prepare for launch of ICD-10 coding