CMS is encouraging the health care industry to take advantage of the numerous ICD-10 resources available for checking progress and any actions that may be needed because the October 1, 2014 is quickly approaching.

Intro Guide to ICD-10
The CMS Intro Guide to ICD-10 explains the essential aspects of ICD-10 and offers steps and resources for preparing for October 1, 2014.

Online ICD-10 Guide
The Online ICD-10 Guide includes an overview of ICD-10 as well as information on how to transition to ICD-10 for small/medium practices, large practices, small hospitals, and payers.

Other ICD-10 Resources
Below are links to other helpful tools available on the CMS ICD-10 website:
ICD-10 Basics for Small and Rural Practices
ICD-10 Resources Flyer
Role of Clearinghouses in the ICD-10 Transition
The ICD-10 Transition: An Introduction
ICD-10 Basics for Medical Practices
Talking to Your Vendors About ICD-10: Tips for Medical Practices
ICD-10 FAQs
National ICD-10 Provider Education Teleconferences

CMS, in collaboration with Medscape, has produced videos and articles that offer tips and advice on ICD-10, along with an opportunity for physicians to earn continuing medical education credits and nurses to earn continuing education credits. CMS has recently released two new Medscape videos:
ICD-10: A Roadmap for Small Clinical Practices
ICD-10: Small Practice Guide to a Smooth Transition

Trade Association Resources
You can also reference resources from health care trade associations and medical societies. Many of these groups also host ICD-10 webinars and trainings that you can attend to get up to speed on ICD-10. Visit the ICD-10 Provider Resources page to find a list of some organizations that offer ICD-10 resources, and check with any organizations to which you belong for members-only resources.

Keep Up to Date on ICD-10
Visit the CMS ICD-10 website for the latest news and resources to help you prepare for the October 1, 2014, deadline. Sign up for CMS ICD-10 Industry Email Updates and follow us on Twitter.