News & Analysis

May 2, 2018
HIM Briefings

Correct, complete documentation is the foundation of a sound medical record and compliant reimbursement, but getting that foundation in place can be challenging. Clinicians are juggling critical tasks in a high-stress situation, and administrative burden of electronic documentation and the disconnect that results from spending more time looking at a screen than a patient are often cited as the primary factors in physician burnout. Enter the medical scribe.

May 2, 2018
News & Insights

If a patient is moved from one acute care facility to another acute care facility, would this be treated as a transfer or a discharge?

May 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about responding to PTP edits, billing for skin substitute application, and more.

May 1, 2018
News & Insights

With new attention on the care continuum, many new roles are being created to both complement the comprehensive needs of patients and ensure that licensed individuals have the opportunity to work at the top of their license.

May 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), it is estimated that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn’s disease. For unknown reasons, the disease has become more widespread in both the U.S. and other parts of the world.

May 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

A coding audit may be conducted by internal staff or external entities, typically representing the insurers paying for the care. When planning to implement a coding auditing program, the type of reviews, focus areas, and review frequency must all be taken into consideration.

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