According to Endocrinology Adviser, the massive overhaul is likely to go through this year with no more delays anticipated.
For that reason, medical providers throughout the country should continue in their preparations for ICD-10, says Endocrinology Adviser, also bearing in mind the costs expected with the new implementation.
The other tech-related challenges clinicians can expect to face throughout 2015, according to the website include:
1. The introduction of the International Classification of Disease
2. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act audits
3. Meaningful Use 2
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