Interventions to reduce length of stay for high-risk, medically complex, and otherwise vulnerable patients are falling short, according to a technical brief prepared for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
It’s almost a new year. And for HIPAA security officers, that means it’s time to reflect on the year that was and also look forward to the next 12 months. One way to do that is to sharpen their toolkit of skills and traits.
The fiscal year 2022 ICD-10-CM code set introduced 165 new codes, effective for encounters on or after October 1. Read about notable changes including new codes for anemia and thrombolysis, COVID-19-realted conditions, depression, and gastric metaplasia.
This week’s Medicare updates include the renewal of the COVID-19 PHE, the correction notice for the FY 2022 IPPS final rule, information on billing and coding for COVID-19 booster shots, and more!
Understanding the nuance of healthcare finance and reporting is tricky but an essential skill for revenue cycle professionals. Take a look at key concepts and terms to decipher financial reports.
