title: The coding countdown.
abstract: As the time for ICD-10 implementation draws near, hospitals and health systems should prepare not only for the switch but also for long-term compliance. Key areas of preparation include: Training of personnel, including coders and physicians. Ensuring IT systems are compliant. Monitoring third parties for compliance.
authors.forename: Bess Ann
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Bredemeyer
mesh_terms: D059019:Clinical Coding; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D006268:Health Facilities / Q000191:economics; D038801:International Classification of Diseases; D008497:Medical Record Administrators / Q000193:education; D013192:Staff Development / Q000458:organization & administration; D014481:United States