Healthcare providers will continue to face big changes in 2014. Among them is the transition to ICD-10 on Oct. 1. Here are five of the most popular stories posted in the past year on how hospitals and health systems can prepare for the switch.
1. Engaging Physicians to Prepare for ICD-10: Best Practices From Baptist Health
Baptist Health South Florida leaders share why physician leadership and input have been essential to the system's preparation for ICD-10.
2. ICD-10 Transition Tips for Success
With just 16 months left until the big ICD-10 test in October 2014, industry experts warn providers not to procrastinate in getting coding teams up to snuff on the new system.
3. 7 Steps to Ease the Transition to ICD-10 for Physicians, Specialists and Groups
While much has been published about the implementation of ICD-10 for hospitals, the body of knowledge for physician practices and medical groups is sorely lacking.
4. 13 Tips to Ease the ICD-10 Switch
Here are 13 things the experts recommend providers keep in mind when drafting a preparation plan for rolling out ICD-10 in their organization.
5. 5 Signs Your Clinical Documentation Program is Not Ready for ICD-10
Paul L. Weygandt, MD, vice president of physician services at Nuance, advises healthcare providers on preparing their clinical documentation programs for ICD-10.
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