ICD10PCS Mappings 2016 Author:Optum360 The 2016 ICD-10-PCS Mappings was created to get your facility ready to meet the documentation and coding challenges of the new ICD-10-PCS code set. The ICD-10-PCS classification system is a whole new way of coding procedures. Compared to ICD-9-CM procedure coding, it entails more specificity of terms, uses different organizational principles, ... more »and uses a different classification system based on essential components of a procedure. By mapping the most frequently used ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 procedure codes to their corresponding 2016 ICD-10-PCS codes, you can identify the essential components of the procedures, select the most appropriate root operation, identify your specific documentation needs, and refine your revenue cycle management. Key Features and Benefits Optum360 Edge Forward and backward mappings. Contains all forward and backward ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 and ICD-10-PCS mappings contained in the most recent General Equivalency Mappings (GEM) provided by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). Optum360 Edge ICD-10-PCS combination codes. A Flag icon identifies ICD-10-PCS codes that require multiple ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 codes to satisfy the clinical concepts described in a single ICD-10-PCS code. An appendix provides all ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 codes required to complete the meaning of the flagged ICD-10-PCS code. Optum360 Edge Scenario mappings. When two or more ICD-10-PCS codes are required to satisfy an equivalent mapping to an ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 code, scenarios are grouped and highlighted for easy translation, and and/or statements used to identify the ICD-10-PCS code combinations needed to create equivalent mappings. Perform impact analysis to identify and focus on high priority coding issues. Using the ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 procedure codes you already know as your guide, you'll be able to quickly identify the ICD-10-PCS codes that are pertinent to your facility. Unlock the historical ICD-9-CM coded data. Mapping can facilitate the linking of over 30 years of ICD-9-CM coded data, which is the key to reimbursement trending, retrospective audits, episode of care coding, and financial planning. Links ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 procedure codes to all valid ICD-10-PCS alternatives. Convenient look-up tool for verifying code choices in the new code system. Easy-to-use table format. Lists ICD-9-CM, Volume 3 procedure codes with titles and the corresponding ICD-10-PCS codes with titles. Combination and scenario mappings. Codes are grouped and highlighted for easy translation. Validate root operation selection. The number one challenge with ICD-10-PCS is selection of the correct root operation that defines the objective of the procedure. Jump-start your implementation plan. Start improving documentation habits now in preparation for increased documentation requirements under ICD-10-PCS. Must-have resource to update your organization s coding and billing tools. Choose the right codes to convert forms, reports, and EHRs/PHRs that meet your specific clinical and coding criteria. Software validation. Use this mapping tool to verify software accuracy, evaluate new software, and assist in meeting the challenges of the new code set.« less