Review ICD-10-PCS updates that take effect in October, including changes to the Medical and Surgical, Administration, Extracorporeal or Systemic Assistance and Performance, and Imaging sections.
In the 2027 Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D rate announcement, CMS highlighted risk adjustment accuracy, payment integrity, and accountability for diagnoses that drive reimbursement.
A recent report shows that HIM tasks are becoming increasingly susceptible to automation, but experts caution that AI exposure should not be confused with immediate job displacement.
Improving patient access starts with examining the operational processes behind every request—from intake and staff training to workflow monitoring and executive oversight.
