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Update Codes from the ICD Master File

Use this procedure to add ICD codes from the master file into the selected library. This process gives you the option of importing either the ICD-9 or ICD-10 codes from the master file into the selected library. You can choose to enter codes by category by using the ICD and Thru ICD codes, the date the codes are to become effective, or the expiration date.

  1. In the File Maintenance, open Libraries > Diagnosis Codes > select the desired library.
    The Diagnosis Code Library Maintenance window opens.
  2. In the ICD field, select the Question Mark icon.
    The ICD-CM Code Search window opens.
  3. Search for the ICD code.
  4. Right-click on the code and select Update Eff/Exp Dates.
    The Update Eff/Exp Dates window opens.

  5. Complete the fields on the Update Eff/Exp Dates window.
  6. Select OK.
    A confirmation message displays that you are about to change the effective/expiration dates for the ICD Codes.
  7. Do one of the following:
    • Select Yes to change the effective and/or expiration dates for the ICD codes.
    • Select No to stop the process.