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A Tale of New Standards

The US healthcare system is going through a wrenching change as it nears the deadline for implementing ICD-10, the latest version of its standard classification for medical diagnoses. This story illustrates the difficulties of establishing industry standards even when they … Continue reading


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When the Government Does Good

We often think of the government as behind the times in fostering the adoption of new technologies. But healthcare provides a counter-example where the federal government is driving positive change. The government’s ability to drive positive change stems from its … Continue reading


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