News & Analysis

February 2, 2022
HIM Briefings

Although many provisions of the 2022 Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) final rule are a light lift for hospitals, several have far-reaching implications. Apply these expert tips to ensure you're up to speed and aware of compliance pitfalls.

February 2, 2022
Case Management Monthly

Certain doctors, including women, primary care physicians, and behavioral health specialists, led the way as early adopters of telemedicine services during the pandemic.

February 2, 2022
Medicare Insider

This week’s Medicare updates include a transmittal on payment for the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration, a memo on vaccine expectations for survey personnel, the April quarterly update to the clinical laboratory fee schedule, and more!

February 2, 2022
Briefings on HIPAA

Cybersecurity and ransomware never sleep. The Office for Civil Rights wrote about the need to stay vigilant against cybersecurity threats in a security email.

February 1, 2022
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about CPT coding catheterizations for congenital heart defects, the difference between approaches for spinal surgeries, and more.

February 1, 2022
Briefings on APCs

Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, breaks down CPT coding for subsequent hospital visits and services provided on the day of discharge from inpatient status.

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