Assignment
After many delays, ICD-10 was finally implemented in the U.S. on Oct. 1, 2015. The updated diagnosis code system helps to provide more details regarding what is exactly wrong with a patient. Students can read more about the topic here:
• CMS Releases ICD-10 Assessment and Maintenance Toolkit
• Why ICD-10 Is Worth the Trouble by Sue Bowman.
Instructions:
For this scavenger, students should use their favorite web search tool to identify a recent news article (published within the last 6 months) that has ICD-10 as a primary topic of discussion.
• Next, the student should write a synopsis of the article. The synopsis should not be a point blank word for word copying of the article, but it should just include key points.
• After the synopsis, the student should write their opinion on how the items discussed, in the article, impact providers now and moving into the future.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.