Carter Groome expects clinicians savvy with technology like electronic medical records (EMRs) and issues related to Meaningful Use will be sought after. ICD-9 and ICD-10 knowledge and revenue management experience along with a technology background will be important. Carter says it’s the coupling of subject matter expertise with technology knowledge that will be most in demand. As hospitals add technology, there needs to be a strategy behind the technology.

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