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MOST COMMON ICD-10 CHALLENGES CHALLENGE SOLUTION Lack of Project Management Establish an Internal PMO An internal PMO to work with executive sponsors and a steering committee to establish and manage the implementation schedule, deliver baseline reporting metrics and maintain budgeting. A lack of a solid ICD-10 program management office (PMO) can pose a significant risk to readiness. CHALLENGE SOLUTION Poor Communication Establish a Clear Communications Strategy Lack of a communication plan and poor communication between departments can negatively affect an ICD-10 transition. A communication strategy reaching all departments can help address roles and responsibilities, timelines and partners involved. CHALLENGE 3 SOLUTION Physician Resistance to ICD-10 Utilize a Physician Champion ICD-10 STOP ICD-10 Physicians will be responsible for additional tasks during the ICD-10 conversion, and without their cooperation the transition could suffer. Utilizing a physician champion or liaison can bridge the gap between leadership and physicians. CHALLENGE SOLUTION Lack of Coordination with Hospital System Partnerships A Collaborative, Pro-active Transition Approach ICD-10 ICD-10 ICD-9 Hospitals often overlook the impact that ICD-10 will have on their strategic alliance and joint venture partnerships including relationships with physician practices, rehabilitation Hospitals should utilize open communications to address issues such as compliance objectives and responsibilities, scheduling, and system testing. and wound care centers. READ FULL ARTICLE AT www.kforce.com KFORCE HEALTH CARE