QuadraMed To Launch Next-Generation ICD-10 Compliant, Quantim Solution At AHIMA 2010

Transformational solution enables health systems to transition to new ICD-10 code sets, while improving coding productivity and accuracy

(AHIMA BOOTH # 1500) - QuadraMed Corporation, a leading provider of healthcare technologies and services, recently announced the launch of its next-generation, ICD-10 compliant, Quantim solution at the AHIMA Convention & Exhibit taking place this week in Orlando, Florida. The revolutionary new solution, improves coder productivity and accuracy, while enabling best practices throughout all Health Information Management (HIM) processes. This transformational solution adds an advanced, configurable user interface with Google-like search tools and Computer-Assisted Coding capabilities to its existing, integrated solution, taking Quantim to a new level of performance for HIM professionals.

"We are pleased to provide health systems with a powerful, integrated HIM solution that will help them manage the transition to ICD-10, while improving coding productivity and accuracy," said QuadraMed Chief Executive Officer, Duncan W. James.

"The advent of nearly 123,000 new diagnoses and procedure codes will help health systems learn more about quality of care and better track the outcomes, but this transition brings a potential negative impact on day-to-day operations," stated Bonnie Cassidy, American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) President-Elect and QuadraMed's Vice President of HIM Product Management. "QuadraMed's next-generation Quantim will not only be ICD-10 compliant, but it will also ensure the consistent application of ICD-9 rules and guidelines within one holistic solution, ensuring minimal disruption to day-to-day practices."

The compliance date for implementation of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition, referred to as "ICD-10," is October 1, 2013. From retraining the entire coding workforce to increased Accounts Receivable days, this update can drastically affect the productivity and operational efficiencies of any compliant U.S. healthcare organization.

Additional new Quantim features include an advanced, configurable, user interface and Google-like search tools that enhance productivity and ease of use. Next-generation Quantim also introduces a powerful Computer-Assisted Coding module that increases productivity and eliminates repetitive, time-consuming manual tasks by automatically generating a set of medical codes based on clinician-provided documentation. This allows coders to focus on reviewing, analyzing and validating ICD-10 codes, which will mitigate the decrease in coder productivity that many industry experts expect.

Other benefits of Quantim include:

• Delivers a multi-facility, enterprise-wide HIM platform that supports continued business growth
• Provides HIM professionals with an accurate database reflective of the patient's encounter, including the severity of illness, use of resources and quality of care provided
• Enables best practices through healthcare delivery; research and analysis; reimbursement, and policy-making processes
• Prevents practices that inappropriately increase payment or skew non-compliant reimbursement data
• Automates productivity monitoring and reduces administrative costs

At AHIMA, QuadraMed also will offer several in-booth presentations by industry experts, such as AHIMA President-Elect and QuadraMed Vice President of HIM Product Management, Bonnie Cassidy. Topics covered will include: planning and preparing for ICD-10, Clinical Document Improvement and Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC). QuadraMed is participating in this year's CAC Showcase located at booth #317, where attendees can see side-by-side demonstrations of the CAC solutions offered by multiple vendors. In-booth demonstrations will also be available during the event for all of QuadraMed's HIM and Identity Management solutions. A complete list of QuadraMed presentations can be accessed at http://quadramed.com/ahima10/index.html.

For more information, visit http://www.quadramed.com/him/.

About QuadraMed Corporation
QuadraMed is a leading provider of award-winning healthcare technologies and services that help turn quality care into positive financial outcomes. QuadraMed provides proven, flexible solutions that help make our clients successful by streamlining processes, ensuring compliance and helping healthcare professionals improve the quality of patient care. Behind the Company's products and services is a staff of 600 professionals who support clients at over 2,000 healthcare provider facilities. For more information, visit http://www.quadramed.com/.

SOURCE: QuadraMed Corporation