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FY 2019 IPPS proposed rule: Summary of proposed changes impacting ICD-10-CM/PCS reporting

Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said the only constant is change. With the release of the fiscal year (FY) 2019 IPPS proposed rule, and all of the changes it contains, CMS has certainly proven Heraclitus correct. The rule applies to 3,257 acute care hospitals, and once finalized, will affect discharges on or after October 1. 

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