Elizabeth Hogue, Esq.,explains why it just got a little harder for the federal government to hold healthcare organizations liable under the False Claims Act.
Fentanyl and other synthetic opioids are the most common drugs involved in overdose deaths in the U.S. Tonya Chandler, RHIT, examines ICD-10-CM reporting for fentanyl use, overdose, symptoms, and dependence through several coding scenarios.
This week’s Medicare updates include FY 2024 ICD-10-CM codes and coding guidelines, a proposed rule on the 340B drug pricing program, guidance on telehealth services, and more!
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.
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.
In this article, we will dissect the latest significant breach reported by the Office of Civil Rights. It involved MedEvolve Inc. and resulted in a $350,000 fine. We’ll explore the potential preventive strategies that healthcare entities can implement.
