The Right Training
at the Right Time
ICD-10-CM Training Model
August 29, 2015
Critical Factors to Transition
RIGHT TRAINING
• ASSESS training needs to
provide the appropriate
amount of training
RIGHT TIME
• LEVERAGE the full
implementation time frame
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ICD-10 Implementation Plan
Year
Phase I
Phase II
Phase III
Phase IV
2009/ 2010
2011-2012
2013-2014
2015
Implementation Plan
Impact Assessment
Implementation Preparation
Go Live
Preparation
Post –
Implementation
Follow-Up 3
Training Strategy
Understanding the challenge …
Training for ICD-10-CM:
• 16 hours ICD-10-CM
• Additional hours of practice
Key is to provide appropriate training to the right
individuals at the right time
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Using the Role-Based Training Model
Healthcare
Providers
Health Plans
Academic
• Occupational Therapist
• Physical Therapist
• Billers
• Tasks for 5010 &
• ICD-10-CM/PCS
compliance
• Educators
• Current students
• Prospective students
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Developing a training strategy
Assess training needs
• Assess each practice
• Determine strengths and weaknesses
• Develop individualized plan to address weaknesses
• Develop role-based training plan
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Recommended Steps
• Understand the ICD-10 final rule and implications
• Increase ICD-10-CM awareness
• Learn about structure, organization and unique features
• Review and refresh knowledge of A&P
• Learn about the GEMs between ICD-9-CM and
ICD-10-CM
• Provide training on CDI strategies
• Review code structure and coding conventions
• Learn fundamentals of coding system
• Analyze and practice applying coding guidelines
• Continue to review and refresh knowledge of anatomy and
physiology concepts
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Why train?
• Preparation is key
• Create focused training plans
• Understand current and future impact of doing
something vs. nothing
• Take advantage of the full implementation
timeframe
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Suggestions for Future Expansion of
Role-based Training Model:
Physicians
Billing
Staff
Therapists
Payors
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