AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 1988 Third Quarter
In Memorian: Arlene K. Kleich (1944-1988)
We have lost a valued colleague and friend. Coworkers at the American Hospital Association, members of the editorial advisory board of Coding Clinic, fellow medical records professionals, and users of ICD are among those saddened by the loss of Arlene Kleich, who died in December after a difficult regimen of chemotherapy for cancer. Arlene touched our lives in many ways. An accredited record technician, she was a right hand to Mary Converse and served capably as the assistant editor of Coding Clinic. A voice over the phone explaining the complexities of coding, she was a resource nationwide. She was...
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Article Overview
This short memorial article remembers Arlene Kleich and her work with the American Hospital Association and Coding Clinic. It is relevant to readers interested in the history of medical coding publications, editorial leadership, and the professional community around ICD-based coding resources.
Why This Topic Matters
It provides historical context about a notable contributor to medical coding education and editorial work, and it reflects the professional network surrounding Coding Clinic and ICD users.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s memorial focus and historical context
- Arlene Kleich’s association with the American Hospital Association and Coding Clinic
- The professional communities referenced in the tribute
- The article’s relevance to medical coding history and editorial work
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Health information management professionals
- Coding Clinic readers
- Medical coding historians
- Hospital association staff
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