According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, almost one million people in the United States have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic autoimmune neurological disorder. Discover how to code the diagnostic tests for MS, the varieties of the disorder, and treatments for it.
Changes are being made to the ICD-10-CM conventions, general guidelines, and chapter-specific guidelines for fiscal year 2026, which will be effective October 1, 2025. This article summarizes some of the changes coders need to be aware of.
Like previous federal government shutdowns, the one that ensued when Congress failed to produce a continuing resolution on the budget by October 1 has implications for providers. You should reduce the chances of harm by planning to address them now.
