News & Analysis

June 3, 2020
HIM Briefings

CMS packed some potentially game-changing proposals into a pared-down fiscal year (FY) 2021 inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) proposed rule. Understand how these proposals could have far-reaching implications for hospitals.

June 1, 2020
Briefings on APCs

The American Hospital Association recently published a Coding Clinic Advisor FAQ regarding ICD-10-CM coding for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This article takes a closer look at the main topics addressed in the FAQ, including ICD-10-CM coding for COVID-19 antibody testing, virus signs and symptoms, and comorbidities.

June 1, 2020
Briefings on APCs

In this article, Joel Moorhead, MD, PhD, CPC, breaks down ICD-10-CM code selection for cerebrovascular diseases, transient cerebral ischemic attacks, and peripheral neuropathies.

June 1, 2020
Briefings on APCs

Determine the impact of new regulatory relief for hospitals regarding outpatient services and telehealth originating site services provided to patients at alternate locations, including their homes.

May 27, 2020
Medicare Web

CMS updated its COVID-19 test pricing to include Medicare payment rates for three Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes.

May 18, 2020
Medicare Web

Q: Should providers be documenting the time for all telehealth and telemedicine visits?

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