Upgrade to CMS Medicare Learning Network

I noticed that CMS has upgraded their Medicare Learning Network web based training site. This site has free Medicare education and is an information resource. It is now found at https://learner.mlnlms.com/Default.aspx

“The Medicare Learning Network® (MLN) is the home for education, information, and resources for the health care professional community. The MLN provides access to CMS Program information you need, when you need it, so you can focus more on providing care to your patients.”

The catalog is available at https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Medicare-Learning-Network-MLN/MLNProducts/downloads/MLNCatalog.pdf

If you already had an account with them, the information was transferred to the new site. If not you can register for a free account. Directions for both can be found at https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Medicare-Learning-Network-MLN/MLNProducts/Downloads/LMS-Upgrade.pdf

Disclaimer: This guidance is to be used for an easy reference; the ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM code books and the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting are the authoritative references for accurate and complete coding. This blog may contain references or links to statutes, regulations, or other policy materials. It is not intended to take the place of either the written law or regulations. The information presented herein is for general informational purposes only and is accurate as of the date of publication.

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