This week’s Medicare updates include an NCCI edit revision for COVID-19 vaccine administration claims, several additions to the OIG Work Plan, and more!
Although the U.S. has yet to map out a clear ICD-11 adoption timeline, HIM professionals can act now to ensure their organization is prepared for the transition.
Like previous federal government shutdowns, the one that ensued when Congress failed to produce a continuing resolution on the budget by October 1 has implications for providers. You should reduce the chances of harm by planning to address them now.
Changes are being made to the ICD-10-CM conventions, general guidelines, and chapter-specific guidelines for fiscal year 2026, which will be effective October 1, 2025. This article summarizes some of the changes coders need to be aware of.
This week’s Medicare updates include final guidance for the third cycle of negotiations for the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, a memorandum on state survey activities during a government shutdown, and more!
