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05/15/2012
Heidi Enright
Oh come on, AMA! We ALL SHOULD have been ICD-10 compliant several years ago then other initiatives would'nt be hitting all at once. And postponing indefinitely cannot even be an option!
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05/14/2012
Steven Wilson
The rest of the civilized world has been using ICD-10 for many years now. It has been "Put off" and "Delayed" to death. Sure, it will be a challenge but the benefits will be worth it. Everyone knew this day was coming and have no one to blame but themselves if they are not ready. Giving 2 more years will just allow the procrastination to go on for 2 more years. The AMA needs to "JUST DO IT" and quite whining.
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