The US uses ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS. ICD-9 retired in 2015, and ICD-11 took effect at WHO in 2022 but is not adopted in the US. Here is how they compare.
Code Updates and News
CPT Updates 2027: 299 New Codes, 80 Deleted Codes, 74 Revisions & Major Changes
The CPT 2027 code set adds 299 codes, deletes 80 and revises 74. See the major changes coders and billers must prepare for before January 1, 2027.
ICD-10-CM 2027 Updates: 190 New Codes, Deleted Codes, Revised Codes & Key Changes
The FY 2027 ICD-10-CM updates took effect October 1, 2026, bringing important diagnosis coding changes that medical coders, billers, providers, clinical
Medical Coding Demand in 2026: Job Outlook, Salary, AI & Why Medical Coders Are Still Needed
See the 2026 medical coding job outlook, salary trends, and whether AI is reducing demand for coders, backed by the latest BLS employment data.
Latest Trends Best Practices Medical Coding 2026
See the top medical coding trends for 2026, including AI-assisted coding and documentation quality, plus best practices every coder should follow.
Anatomical Modifiers Guide: Finger, Toe, & Eyelid HCPCS Codes (2026 Update)
In medical coding, anatomical modifiers are tools used to specify the exact location where a medical procedure or service was performed.
Computed Tomography (CT) CPT Coding: The Ultimate Quick-Reference Guide (2026 Update)
Learn about Computed Tomography (CT) CPT Coding, their role in accurate medical billing, and how they ensure proper reimbursement.
CPT 92507 Deleted in 2027: 10 New Timed Speech-Language Pathology CPT Codes Explained
CPT 92507 is deleted January 1, 2027 and replaced by 10 new timed speech language pathology codes. Here is what changes for SLPs, coders and billers.
Medical Coding for Urology in 2026: CPT®, ICD-10-CM Updates, Guidelines, and CPC Tips
Learn urology medical coding for 2026, including CPT and ICD-10-CM updates, guidelines, and CPC exam tips for urology procedures.
Medical Coding for Nicotine & Tobacco Use: ICD-10-CM Guidelines, Documentation Tips, and CPT Coding (FY2027 Update)
Nicotine and tobacco coding for 2026: how to tell use, dependence, history and exposure apart in ICD-10-CM, and when to bill cessation counseling.
AMA Mid-Year CPT Updates For July 2026
Medical Coding “Clarified”: AMA Mid-Year CPT Updates (Effective July 1) The American Medical Association (AMA) periodically releases mid-year CPT code
ICD-10 Updates April 2026
With ICD-10 Updates April 2026 now in effect, it carries important implications for coding accuracy, compliance, and reimbursement.
Outdated Medical Coding Manuals
Using outdated medical coding manuals can lead to coding errors, claim denials, compliance risks, and exam failures.
Medical Coding Multiple Sclerosis Updates For 2026
Medical coding multiple sclerosis involves accurately documenting MS as a chronic CNS condition where immune attacks damage myelin.
Medical Coding Urology Updates For 2026
Let’s take a look at some of the medical coding for urology updates for 2026 to help keep you current. Keep reading for more information.
Will AI Replace Medical Coders? What AI Does and Doesn’t Do in Coding (2026)
There is understandable concern among coders about Artificial Intelligence in Medical Coding, job security, and the future of the profession.
Medical Coding 2026 Quality Payment Program and MIPS Updates
CMS released the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, which includes updates to the Quality Payment Program and MIPS Updates.
Medical Coding CMS Changes for 2026
The CMS changes for 2026 that affect coders: Medicare Physician Fee Schedule updates, new codes, documentation rules and reimbursement shifts.
2026 CPT Updates
The 2026 CPT updates reflect evolving care deliver, new technologies, and restructuring of existing procedure codes to better match workflows.
ICD-10-CM 2026 Updates
The FY2026 ICD-10-CM updates: new, deleted and revised codes plus guideline changes, and what they mean for coding accuracy and compliance.
Medical Coding Updates And Proposed Changes For Evaluation & Management (E/M) Coding In 2026
E/M coding updates for 2026: the payment rule changes and proposals that affect office visits, and how coders can prepare now.
How To Get Your Resume Past AI in Medical Coding
Understanding how AI evaluates resumes, and how to get your resume past AI in medical coding, is key to moving forward in your job search.
Why AI Is Not Ready to Take Over All Medical Coding Jobs
Will AI replace medical coders? Learn why human expertise, coding judgment, compliance knowledge, and documentation review remain essential.
Telehealth / Remote Care Coding: 2026 Updates, Challenges, and Practical Tips
Telehealth coding for 2026: which flexibilities continue, place of service and modifier rules, and practical tips for remote care claims.
2026 ICD-10-CM Updates
Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how 2026 ICD-10-CM Updates are set to reshape medical coding, documentation, and reimbursement.
CMS Top Changes for 2026
Here’s a detailed overview of the finalized CMS Top Changes for 2026, affecting Medicare Advantage (MA) and other plans.
Advanced Life Support Level 2 (ALS2) 2025 Updates
Advanced Life Support Level 2 (ALS2) is the highest level of ground ambulance service, and here are the ALS2 2025 updates.
Will AI Take Over Medical Coding
With AI tools capable of assigning codes faster than ever before, many coders wonder: Will AI take over medical coding completely?
Medical Coders Job Rejections and AI
Let’s explore medical coders job rejections and AI’s influence on shaping the recruitment process for medical coding positions.
Medical Coding Productivity And Efficiency With AI
Here’s how medical coding productivity and efficiency with AI is enhancing the role of medical coders and why coders will still be essential.