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FY2027 ICD-10 Updates: How to Prepare Before October 1
New ICD-10-CM codes take effect every October 1. Use this preparation guide to update systems and train staff in time.
Know the timeline
CMS releases the new code files in early summer; they apply to dates of service on and after October 1.
Prepare in September
Confirm your EHR vendor's update schedule, review changes in your specialty, and update templates and favorites.
Monitor in October
Watch rejections closely for the first few weeks. Our coders handle updates and monitoring for you.
This article is for general information and is not legal advice. Rules change often — confirm current requirements with CMS, your payers, or counsel.