4 steps to develop a contingency plan if vendors won’t be ready for ICD-10

Article Overview

This article explains how medical practices can prepare for vendor readiness problems tied to ICD-10 implementation. It focuses on planning with clearinghouses and billing services, coordinating with practice management software vendors, protecting cash flow, and evaluating alternative vendors and testing timelines. The piece is relevant to practice administrators, billing professionals, and managers responsible for maintaining claims and reimbursement operations during a code-set transition.