A recent study gave some additional validation to CMS’ Acute Hospital Care at Home program, which was approved in November 2020 to lessen the burden on hospitals during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency toolkit provides resources, training, and information to help organizations build a strong cybersecurity foundation and advance their defenses against threats.
Michael Malohifo’ou, RN, MBA, PhD, explains how excessive use of emergency departments can result in unfavorable outcomes. He also assesses the complicated relationships between EDs, social determinants of health ICD-10-CM coding, and mental and behavioral health CPT services.
The 2024 ICD-10-CM update added 36 codes to the now nearly 400 codes in category M80.- (osteoporosis with current pathological fracture). The additional codes add further specificity for pelvis fractures due to age-related osteoporosis.
A scan of healthcare news sources or the Office of Inspector General work plan often finds psychiatry and mental health practices under scrutiny. Laurie Bouzarelos, MHA, CPC, reviews revenue cycle functions, provider contracting/credentialing, and coding and documentation tips to avoid denials.
This week’s Medicare updates include instructions on new condition code 92, a proposed rule on new appeal processes for certain beneficiaries, and more!
