ICD 9 vs ICD 10: Things You Must Know [Infographic]

What makes ICD-10 code sets different from the existing ICD 9 codes? ICD-10 is a huge leap forward which better reflects current medical practices, updated medical terminology and improved clinical accuracy in the classification of diseases. Let us find out through this infographic what makes ICD 10 stand out and how is it better than ICD 9 coding system.

ICD-10 codes with support for more characters, combination codes and specificity will not only help clarify the connection between a provider’s performance and the patient’s condition but also greatly improve quality of care delivered.