ICD-9 in use currently was published by WHO in 1977. The work on ICD-10 was completed in 1992 and it was quickly adopted by many countries around the world. By the time ICD-10 is adopted in the States (no surprises if it will be delayed, I am sure), the new version will be out (draft of ICD-11 is expected in 2010).
Transition to ICD-10 will be a major challenge for entire healthcare establishment in this country.
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