News & Analysis

Important modifier details to smooth reimbursement

April 3, 2024
Briefings on APCs

Shelley C. Safian, PhD, RHIA, CCS-P, and Mary A. Johnson, MBA-HM-HI, CPC, review the purpose of modifiers and analyze their integral part in reporting encounters, receiving reimbursement, and promoting continuity of care.

Explore AHA’s Coding Clinic, First Quarter 2024, update

April 3, 2024
HIM Briefings

The 2024 first quarterly release of Coding Clinic focused on the changes and new codes effective April 1, 2024. Review the recent changes.

Complex case: Managing care for a patient who is out of Medicare days

March 27, 2024
Case Management Monthly

A case manager works to help a hospitalized patient who is out of Medicare Part A benefits successfully transition to a rehabilitation facility.

Embracing self-driven learning in healthcare

March 27, 2024
HIM Briefings

Professional development is an ongoing journey. Consider these strategies for staying committed and engaged.

This month's coding Q&A

March 27, 2024
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about CPT/HCPCS codes for reporting obesity counseling, HCPCS reporting for social determinants of health assessments, and more.

This week in Medicare—3/27/2024

March 27, 2024
Medicare Insider

This week’s Medicare updates include a new payment model for Accountable Care Organizations, the April 2024 OPPS update, and more!

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