Recently The Joint Commission implemented an initiative, Project REFRESH, to improve processes related to pre-survey, on-site survey, and post-survey activities. Simplification, enhanced relevancy to organizations, increased transparency within the accreditation process, and the utilization of innovative approaches and technology are the goals of Project REFRESH.
This week's note from the instructor discusses the future of Recovery Auditor reviews and the latest information from CMS as discussed during the recent Hospital Open Door Forum.
With the new year comes a new federal administration and a new president. How will case management be affected, and what should case managers do to prepare for the changes that may come? There are a lot of questions, but almost no answers.
The implementation of ICD-10 in 2015 was considered an industrywide success. Coders were trained, HIM departments were prepared, and outsourced coding companies expanded their roles. As we enter the second year of ICD-10, what should HIM directors expect from their coding teams and outsourced vendor partnerships?
