News & Analysis

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

As the largest organ in the body, the skin is subject to a number of diseases and conditions. With ICD-10-CM, coders will report these conditions with a much higher degree of specificity.

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about dual coding and CMS' schedule for updating payment rates.

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

CMS wants your thoughts on the 2015 OPPS proposed rule changes. In various places in the proposed rule, CMS specifically asks providers to comment on the proposals. You may submit comments to the agency until September 2.

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

CMS refined and updated its Comprehensive APC policy in the 2015 OPPS proposed rule released July 3, adding a new complexity adjustment factor. CMS also proposes significantly expanding the packaging of ancillary services. Additionally, the proposed rule includes a significant change to requirements related to inpatient physician certification.

September 1, 2014
Strategies for Healthcare Compliance

OCR recently slapped two organizations with the largest monetary penalty for HIPAA violations to date: $4.8 million.

September 1, 2014
Strategies for Healthcare Compliance

Have you considered seeking clarifications after a Joint Commission survey for the Record of Care (RC) Requirements for Improvement (RFI)?

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