Several proposals in the fiscal year 2024 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule signal that CMS is serious about a major overhaul of MS-DRG severity levels. Review these and other major proposals to help your organization prepare for the release of the final rule.
Surgical osseointegrated bone prostheses have emerged as a popular alternative to hearing aids. Debbie Jones, CPC, CCA, defines how these devices work and how to report implantation, removal, and replacement of these devices in CPT.
When a CDI program is renewed or created, the main focus tends to be on the CDI department structure: its policies, education, staffing needs, and key performance indicators (KPI). Learn how to identify KPIs for your CDI program.
This week’s Medicare updates include the CY 2024 End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System proposed rule, a fact sheet on the Enhancing Oncology Model, and more!
Coders saw extensive code changes and expansion for ICD-10-CM category O35.- in 2023. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBG, reviews what coders need to know when reporting fetal conditions affecting the management of the mother.
As CDI programs are created or renewed, the main focus tends to be on the CDI department structure: its policies, education, staffing needs, and key performance indicators (KPI). Hone your understanding of appropriate CDI KPIs.
