Each year HCPro's Revenue Cycle Institute reports on the experience of providers related to the Recovery Audit Program. This article is adapted from the 2011 Recovery Auditor Benchmarking Report, released in early 2012 and includes additional comparisons of provider experiences since 2009.
Leaders there established multidisciplinary barrier reduction teams (BRT) in late 2009, which are designed to increase efficiency and improve communication at the organization. The teams give staff members a way to speak up about issues that may hinder patient care and the discharge process.
Making sure patients are prepared for discharge can be a tricky process. When certain laws are considered, getting patients to their next destination becomes even more complex.
