Be sure to read “Plan Now for ICD-10 Changeover” and “2013–A Whole New World” for more information on getting ready for ICD-10. If you have questions related to ICD-10 or coding and reimbursement, contact the ACR’s practice management department at (404) 633-3777 or [email protected]. Or, join the ACR coding list serve at www.rheumatology.org/membership and post your questions online.
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