Mecon, Inc. provides benchmarking solution to healthcare industries including data/information products, decision support software and value-added services. The company's product help to reduce cost and improve efficiency and effectiveness of health care delivery systems. Mecon also provides statistical and qualitative data derived from operational profiles provided by hospitals that utilize the company's database-related products. During the fiscal year 1999 the company acquired Implementation Consulting Group Unit of HCIA, Inc. The company has not yet developed a comprehensive plan to face Year 2000 problems. The company presently depends on third parties for services such as telecommunications, internet service, utilities and supplies. Subscription and software accounted for 75% of fiscal 1999 revenues and consulting services, 25%.