Understanding the Basics
If you are not sure how to prepare, begin by learning about the ICD-10 and Version 5010 transition and basics for medical practices . Be sure to talk with your vendors about how they will support you during the transition.
Read about ICD-10 myths and facts and get your questions answered in the ICD-10 FAQ sheet on transition basics. For information about the history and structure of the ICD-10 code set, see the ICD-10 overview fact sheet .
CMS has developed a variety of new resources to help prepare you for the transition to Version 5010 and ICD-10, including:
CMS has developed four Implementation Handbooks as additional resources to assist the health care industry with the transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 codes.
Each guide provides detailed information for planning and executing the ICD-10 transition process. Use the guides as a reference whether you're in the midst of the transition or just beginning the process.
The appendix of each handbook references relevant templates which are available for download in both Excel and PDF files below. The templates are customizable and have been created to help entities clarify staff roles, set internal deadlines/responsibilities and assess vendor readiness.
View the tailored step-by-step plans and relevant templates for each of the following audiences impacted by the transition:
Large Provider Practices
Small/Medium Provider Practices
Small Hospitals
Payers