Description
The April 2026 ICD-10-CM updates bring important new and revised diagnosis codes effective April 1, 2026. This informative webinar goes beyond listing the changes—it explores the context behind them. Learn about the clinical conditions that prompted new code requests, understand the rationale for revisions, and hear expert insights on how these updates will affect coding, documentation, and data accuracy. Whether you’re a seasoned coding professional or new to ICD-10-CM, this session will equip you with the background knowledge and practical tips you need to apply the updates confidently and compliantly. Join us ICD-10-CM Code Updates April 2026: Behind the Codes.
Objectives:
- Identify new, revised, and deleted ICD-10-CM codes effective April 1, 2026
- Explain the clinical conditions and rationale that led to the 2026 ICD-10-CM code updates
- Analyze how the April 2026 changes will impact coding accuracy, documentation, and data reporting
Presenter
Kristi Pollard, RHIT, CCS, CPC, CIRCC
Kristi serves as the Director of Coding Quality & Education and brings more than 30 years of experience in the health information and coding industry. In her role, she oversees the development of comprehensive training materials – including web-based courses, instructor-led training, and webinars – while also providing education in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT. Her expertise extends to conducting DRG and APC audits and leading a wide range of coding quality initiatives. With a deep background in coding education and consulting, Kristi is a nationally recognized speaker and published author on ICD-10, CPT coding, and code-based reimbursement. She has designed and implemented robust inpatient and outpatient training programs, with specialized emphasis on vascular interventional radiology, cardiology, and obstetrics.
CE Credits
AHIMA – Expires February 18, 2027
This webinar has been approved for 1 continuing education unit for use in fulfilling the continued education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.
- Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance
AAPC – Expires February 28, 2027
This program has the prior approval of the American Academy for Professional Coders (AAPC) for 1 continuing education hour. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.
- Specialty CEUs: COC, CPC, CPC-P, Approved-Instructor, CANPC, CASCC, CCC, CCPC, CCVTC, CDEI, CDEO, CDEO-I, CEDC, CEMC, CENTC, CFPC, CGIC, CGSC, CHONC, CIC, CIC-I, CIMC, COBGC, COC-I, COPC, COSC, CPB, CPB-I, CPC-9, CPCD, CPC-I, CPCO, CPCO-I, CPEDC, CPMA, CPMA-I, CPPM, CPPM-I, CPRC, CRC, CRC-I, CRHC, CSFAC, CUC, CVBA, FMC, I, RCMS
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