Enhanced process improvement is critical to a successful HIM department. Understand the different phases of process improvement and apply these tools to your department.
Correct coding for diseases of the blood can be difficult due to the lack of official guidance and the complexity of diagnosis. Clear up confusion by taking a closer look at these codes.
Organizations continue to struggle with denials for conditions such as sepsis and pneumonia. Review your processes and then apply these expert tips to help turn the tide.
Q: We're seeing a significant increase in pre-payment audit activity. How can we adapt our audit and denial management processes to cope with this shift?
In a year of unprecedented disruption and uncertainty, coding productivity managed to hold steady, according to the results of HIM Briefings’ 2020 Coding Productivity Survey. Learn how facilities adapted and how yours compares.
