A successful outpatient CDI program will be invaluable to an organization, but without a focus and plan the program can become overwhelmed and ineffective. HIM and CDI need to work closely together to identify the greatest areas of opportunity in the outpatient setting and ensure that goals are aligned throughout the continuum of care.
The new ICD-10-CM codes for FY 2018, effective October 1, represent significant changes in our documentation and coding practices. Let’s discuss some of these new codes and their potential impact upon your diagnostic decision-making and documentation.
Working remotely can seem like an attractive option to CDI specialists but it comes with its own challenges. A few simple steps can help CDI specialists thrive in a remote environment.
The CMS policy in the 2018 OPPS proposed rule with potentially the largest administrative and financial burden for hospitals should not be finalized, according to the agency’s own advisory panel.
