Providers and coders alike can find NCCI policies challenging to follow and apply. Denise Williams, COC, CHRI, explains the basics of NCCI by defining the initiative, edits, modifiers, and clinical procedure examples.
This week’s Medicare updates include an OIG report on nursing home emergency preparedness and safety standards, instructions for processing services during disenrollment from the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, and more!
Although CMS is projecting higher overall inpatient hospital payments in the fiscal year (FY) 2024 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule, some facilities could be facing tighter margins and lower payments for certain services. Learn what you need to do to ensure your organization is in compliance with new requirements.
The 2024 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule, released August 1, contains some good news for hospitals related to potential payment for certain social determinants of health.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving treatment used when the heart or lungs cease to function. Whether CPR is conducted alone or with other services, Nancy Reading, RN, CPC, CPC-P, covers the various ways that CPR can be reported and how to do so.
In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, healthcare finds itself at the crossroads of innovation and privacy. Telehealth, a symbol of this transformation, promises unparalleled convenience and accessibility. Yet it also brings forth a myriad of challenges, especially concerning the protection of patient data.
