Magdaleno: The above are true and will continue to be part of the medical industry landscape, but another hot topic currently is the migration from the ICD-9 to the ICD-10. These are clinical modifications with diagnoses and procedure codes used by all medical providers and inpatient hospitals. Also, [there is] the HIPAA compliance transition from the electronic submission process of the 4010 to the 5010—these two issues are the main topics within the healthcare industry and distributors should get a bit of understanding on them to help them sustain stronger relationships with their medical accounts. [In addition,] these two issues will surely impact the current paper claim forms. TFP is working with organizations to develop tools that will aid the transition and implementation process[es], so stay tuned for information as we move forward.
- Companies:
- TFP Data Systems
- Wilmer
- People:
- Jessica Wenz
- Jim Magdaleno