Session 1
Early implementation
Early implementation
Tuesday
August 25, 2026
10:00–10:30 a.m. PT /
1:00–1:30 p.m. ET
FY 2027 ACTIVE MECHANICAL CLEARANCE ICD-10-PCS EDUCATION
Prepare Your Hospital for the New Active Mechanical Clearance ICD-10-PCS Codes
CMS has finalized nine ICD-10-PCS procedure codes that enable Active Mechanical Clearance to be identified separately on hospital inpatient claims for applicable discharges beginning
October 01, 2026.
PleuraFlow® ACT® uses Active Mechanical Clearance (AMC)—the distinct active-clearance mechanism reflected in the new ICD-10-PCS codes.
Access complimentary education and practical resources to help your hospital prepare for accurate and consistent implementation.
Four complimentary 30-minute sessions • Same core curriculum • Attend one
Why Accurate AMC Coding Matters
BUILDING THE DATA FOUNDATION
For the first time, the new AMC-specific ICD-10-PCS codes will allow Active Mechanical Clearance to be identified separately on hospital inpatient claims.
Accurate and consistent coding of applicable cases beginning October 1, 2026—supported by clear clinical documentation—can help establish a reliable claims-data foundation for evaluating AMC utilization, resource use and cost patterns. Over time, these data may support future CMS consideration of whether MS-DRG payment refinement is warranted.
The new codes do not establish an AMC-specific MS-DRG or
guarantee additional coverage, payment, or reimbursement.
For Surgeons
Clear documentation that PleuraFlow ACT was used to perform Active Mechanical Clearance helps coding teams determine when the new ICD-10-PCS codes apply and supports accurate AMC claims visibility.
For Hospital Leadership
Early coordination among clinical, coding, CDI, HIM, revenue integrity, and implementation teams supports organizational readiness and helps create consistent, reliable claims data beginning October 1.
For Coding, CDI & HIM Teams
Understanding the new code structure, documentation requirements, body-part and approach selection and common clinical scenarios will support accurate and consistent reporting of AMC on applicable inpatient claims.
Free Live AMC Coding Education
Choose one of four 30-minute sessions. Each session presents the same core curriculum, so attendees only need to participate in one session.
Tuesday
Session 2
National midday
National midday
Wednesday
September 2, 2026
12:00–12:30 p.m. PT /
3:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Session 3
East/Central friendly
East/Central friendly
Thursday
September 10, 2026
8:00–8:30 a.m. PT /
11:00–11:30 a.m. ET
Session 4
Final pre-go-live
Final pre-go-live
Tuesday
September 22, 2026
1:00–1:30 p.m. PT /
4:00–4:30 p.m. ET
Who Should Attend
- Hospital inpatient coders and coding educators
- Clinical Documentation Integrity professionals
- Health Information Management leaders
- Revenue integrity and coding audit personnel
- Encoder or IT implementation staff
- Cardiac service-line and documentation leaders
What You Will Learn
- Purpose and structure of the nine AMC codes
- Body-part and approach selection
- Documentation elements and clarification considerations
- Multiple devices, multiple sites, and mixed drainage configurations
- Hospital implementation and early quality review
AMC Coding Education Resources
Access practical tools to support coding education, clinical documentation, implementation planning, and early quality review.
AMC Coding Quick Reference Guide
A concise point-of-use guide featuring the AMC code matrix, coding workflow, practical examples, and validation checklist.
Coming Soon...
Hospital Coding Guide
Expanded guidance on the AMC code structure, documentation, common clinical configurations, implementation and early audit.
Coming Soon...
Clinical Documentation Guide
Illustrative documentation considerations for surgeons, APPs, OR, ICU, CDI and coding teams.
Coming Soon...
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers addressing multiple devices, multiple anatomical sites, mixed drainage configurations, documentation and coding and payment boundaries.
Coming Soon...
Hospital Implementation Checklist
A practical pre-go-live checklist covering education, documentation, encoder and system readiness, testing, communication and early audit.
Coming Soon...
Need help preparing your hospital?
ClearFlow can assist with education and implementation planning related to the new AMC ICD-10-PCS codes. Contact your ClearFlow representative or our coding education team with general questions.
CONTACT
amc-coding@clearflow.com
Please do not submit patient-identifiable information, protected health information, or claim-specific materials through this website or email address.
Important Coding and Payment Information: The new ICD-10-PCS codes create procedure-level visibility for Active Mechanical Clearance. Reliable claims data may support future CMS evaluation, but the codes do not establish an AMC-specific MS-DRG or guarantee coverage, payment, additional reimbursement, or a particular coding outcome.
Educational Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not legal, coding, billing, or reimbursement advice. Providers are responsible for determining appropriate documentation, code assignment, claim submission, and payer requirements. Coverage and payment may vary by payer. ClearFlow makes no representation or guarantee regarding reimbursement, payment, or charges. Providers should consult appropriate coding, reimbursement, or legal professionals as needed.
The educational information presented is applicable to US region only.