This week's Medicare updates include an FAQ on the JW/JZ modifiers, a revised version of the January 2023 OPPS update transmittal, new items on the OIG Work Plan, and more!
Julie, a case manager, understands that meeting the demands of the patient and family is important. However, she also knows that hospitals are responsible for safe discharges.
This week's Medicare updates include an FAQ on the JW/JZ modifiers, a revised version of the January 2023 OPPS update transmittal, new items on the OIG Work Plan, and more!
With reimbursement gains whittled down by CMS' attempt to remedy unlawful cuts to 340B drug payments, complying with updated Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) policies is key to protecting reimbursement. Take a closer look at CMS' latest policies and ensure your organization is in compliance.
Case management directors who are planning to implement organizational change once the COVID-19 public health emergency ends need to consider new perspectives and strategies.
One day, a woman came into the hospital after sustaining a severe head injury in an ATV accident. She was brought to the U.S. by her parents, who had not gone through proper legal channels to enter the country.
Vaccine administration is a routine part of healthcare services, so it's important to know how to correctly code for them. Brush up on coding guidance for vaccines to ensure you're up to speed on the latest rules.
When it comes to HIPAA compliance, there’s always something new to learn. In 2022, Paubox, a security provider, reported more than 3 million people were affected by breaches involving electronic medical records.
The 2023 CPT code update introduced an option for reporting nasal valve collapse repairs, as well as revisions to certain injection codes to include imaging guidance.
Determining the principal diagnosis is a basic function of CDI review and critical to prioritizing subsequent reviews, but is often a challenging process and requires careful consideration and interpretation of regulatory guidance and collaboration with coding professionals. Use these tips to ensure your CDI and coding teams are on the same page.
