Prepare for the FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Changes Before October 1

The FY 2027 IPPS Final Rule introduces significant ICD-10-CM updates, including 184 new diagnosis codes, guideline revisions, and changes affecting CC/MCC assignment and Medicare Code Edits (MCEs). These updates directly impact coding accuracy, compliance, reimbursement, and clinical documentation.

Join ICD10monitor for Day 1 of the 2027 IPPS Masterclass, an in-depth training designed to help coding, CDI, and compliance professionals confidently prepare for the upcoming fiscal year.

Nationally recognized coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, will break down the FY 2027 ICD-10-CM changes and explain what they mean for day-to-day coding operations. Attendees will gain practical guidance on new and revised diagnosis codes, official guideline updates, CC/MCC changes, and revisions to Medicare Code Edits.

Franklin Martin, MD, FACS, CCS, will provide physician and CDI insight into the clinical significance behind the coding changes and how documentation practices may need to evolve to support compliant code assignment and accurate reimbursement.

This session is designed to move beyond simply listing code changes. Attendees will learn how the updates affect coding workflows, documentation specificity, audit risk, and reimbursement outcomes across inpatient settings.

The webcast also includes live audience Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and receive practical answers from experienced industry experts.

Why This Is Relevant:

Accurate implementation of the FY 2027 ICD-10-CM updates is essential for maintaining coding compliance and protecting reimbursement integrity. This masterclass provides the education and practical insight organizations need to prepare teams for a successful October 1 transition.

Learning Objectives:

• Review FY 2027 ICD-10-CM code and guideline changes
• Understand updates to CC and MCC designations
• Identify key modifications to the ICD-10-CM classification system
• Learn how changes affect Medicare Code Edits (MCEs)
• Apply documentation and coding strategies that support compliance and reimbursement accuracy
• Gain physician and CDI perspectives on the clinical impact of coding updates
• Develop an implementation strategy for FY 2027 changes

Who Should Attend:

Coders in all settings; coding managers and directors; clinical documentation integrity (CDI) specialists; compliance officers and coordinators; HIM directors, managers and professionals; case managers, physicians and physician advisors; physician office managers and staff; chief financial officers; and coding educators.

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