News & Analysis

July 20, 2017
Medicare Web

Q: I work at a continuing care retirement community. The marketing department and resource development staff want a daily census so they can visit donors, would-be donors, or possible candidates for buying in to our community. Is this acceptable? It seems to go beyond the minimum necessary standard.

July 19, 2017
HIM Briefings

The challenges of time management and prioritization are relevant to all individuals placed in a leadership position, whether they’re new to the role or experienced.

July 14, 2017
Medicare Web

The 2018 OPPS proposed rule is one of the shortest, and latest, in recent memory being released July 13 at only 663 pages, but it contains major proposed policy changes for the 340B drug discount program, new modifiers, and expands packaging to drug administration for the first time. 

July 13, 2017
Medicare Web

Q: Is it necessary to log an accounting of disclosures for state-related mandatory reporting? Should it be logged for billing purposes?

July 12, 2017
HIM Briefings

The Joint Commission continues to provide excellent resources to help healthcare organizations stay ready for surveys, as well as resources that help them meet and understand the intent of standards and elements of performance.

July 5, 2017
HIM Briefings

HIM manager and director salaries are holding steady but may not reflect HIM’s actual responsibilities and contributions to organizations.

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