CureMD’s “Tell Me Why” blog series will answer any questions about ICD-10, its code structure, and usage. If you have a query, please submit it in the comments section below. Alternatively, you can register for our ICD-10 Physician Training program to talk to experts. The Elusive 7th Character The 7th character in ICD-10 can be as deadly as the Read more…
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2014: Make or break year for EHRs
2013 was widely known as the year of “the EHR switch” and for the most part, that has turned out to be an accurate statement. However, 2014 is just around the corner, and it will see the implementation of ICD-10 and Meaningful Use Stage 2, two of the biggest changes to take place in the healthcare industry Read more…
The Impact of Accountable Care Organizations on Healthcare
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) describe Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) as groups of doctors, physicians, nurses, support staff, hospitals and healthcare centers that voluntarily work together to benefit Medicare patients. ACOs are formed to provide timely and quality healthcare services to people who are aged 65 and above, and who are suffering Read more…