MADISON, WI — (Marketwired) — 09/25/14 — , a leading provider of advanced transcription and coding solutions and services, unveiled its ICD-10 Competency Assessments today in advance of the (Booth #1038), taking place at the San Diego Convention Center Sept. 27-Oct. 2. Created by AHIMA-approved trainers, the portfolio of extensive assessments is designed to test coders– knowledge of key coding concepts in various settings in preparation for the healthcare industry–s transition to the ICD-10 code set in October 2015.
“Because the typical coding assessment scenarios are written with little thought about whether or not they actually test proficiency levels in the critical concepts required for accurately coding in ICD-10, they can miss crucial skill gaps and, as a result, impact reimbursements,” said Pam Wirth, RHIA, president of Amphion–s Coding, Compliance and Quality Division. “Our assessments were created to serve as a blueprint for identifying those key coding concepts in both CM and PCS to ensure coders are truly proficient in ICD-10.”
The portfolio consists of eight assessments measuring proficiency in a number of settings, including Inpatient, Outpatient Diagnostic, Same Day Surgery and Emergency Room settings. The full assessment package includes a study guide, evaluation report, personal evaluation by an ICD-10 coding expert and chapter recommendations. Also included is a free trial for one chapter at , Amphion–s comprehensive online ICD-10 learning system.
“To validate proficiency, our assessment also includes simulated patient records requiring knowledge of all critical key coding concepts for correct ICD-10 code assignment,” said Wirth. “It is the ideal way to determine how well a coder has retained ICD-10 training or to test competency at the point of hire.”
To learn more about ICD-10 Competency Assessments, visit Amphion in Booth #1038 during the Annual AHIMA Convention & Exhibit.
Based in Madison, Wis., Amphion Medical Solutions has a team of more than 600 transcription, coding and health IT professionals serving more than 150 clients. By providing a comprehensive set of engagement models, technology and services, Amphion improves clinical documentation quality, increases reimbursements and reduces costs. Its flagship product, Triton, is a voice-recognition transcription platform that uses advanced speech understanding to give providers greater control over reporting while saving significant time and financial resources. Themis is Amphion–s remote coding solution, which secures a competitive market advantage and attracts qualified coders who want to use their skills in a home-based setting. Amphion also leverages its technology and seasoned, credentialed professionals to provide enhanced HIM and Health IT services at lower costs. Among these are comprehensive ICD-10 solutions, including skill assessment, live and self-paced web-based training, and a proprietary practice library, as well as a series of 15-minute instructional webinars on specific ICD-10 topics that are complimentary to registered users. For more information, go to .
Amanda Griffith
NPC Creative Services
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