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CMS Administrator Marilyn Tavenner told HIMSS14 attendees last week that both ICD-10 implementation and Meaningful Use deadlines remain unchanged. However, her agency promised to perform end-to-end testing for ICD-10, and it plans to make it easier for providers to obtain hardship exceptions if they are not able to meet MU requirements in 2014.
CMS Reacts to Stakeholders’ Meaningful Use Letter, Vows Relief
Key Takeaway: CMS Administrator Marilyn Tavenner, R.N. told HIMSS14 attendees last week that both ICD-10 implementation and meaningful use deadlines remain unchanged. However, her agency promised to perform end-to-end testing for ICD-10, and it plans to make it easier for providers to obtain hardship exceptions if they are not able to meet MU requirements in 2014.
