CMS introduced the inpatient-only list in 2001 to ensure patients who undergo complex, high-risk surgical procedures receive postoperative monitoring services in an inpatient setting.
This week’s Medicare updates include guidance on the Transitional Coverage for Emerging Technologies pathway, the July 2023 versions of the OPPS Addendum A and B files, and more!
As CDI programs are created or renewed, the main focus tends to be on the CDI department structure: its policies, education, staffing needs, and key performance indicators (KPI). Hone your understanding of appropriate CDI KPIs.