The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected the case management department's workflow, primarily due to staff relocation to a remote setting. As the pandemic regulations roll back, the collateral effects are becoming evident.
ICD-10-CM codes for traumatic fractures specify the type of bone injury, affected area of the body, and in some cases, the degree of soft tissue damage. Refresh your knowledge of terminology and documentation requirements to ensure accurate coding.
This week’s Medicare updates include new additions to the OIG Work Plan, an advisory opinion on subsidizing items in a clinical trial, an OIG data brief on telehealth use, and more!
When looking into the general overview of a CDI specialist’s responsibilities, it is important for new specialists to understand the basics of coding, querying, and physician education. Use these strategies to brush up on the CDI essentials.
The Important Message from Medicare (IM) Form-CMS-10065 is a document designed to inform hospitalized patients receiving inpatient services of their discharge appeal rights.
