With the inpatient-only (IPO) list set to be phased out, HIM departments need to prepare for the larger operational and financial impacts. Consider how these changes will affect your organization.
This week's note from the instructor examines the requirements and changes made for the second year of CMS' prior authorization program for certain hospital outpatient department services.
The release of updated evaluation and management (E/M) documentation guidance calls for a fresh approach. Understand how to apply the new guidelines and avoid common pitfalls.
This week’s Medicare updates include changes to the list of codes requiring prior authorization, an advance copy of implementation information for the Interoperability and Patient Access Final Rule, a resolution to an edit regarding DRG weights, and more!
