This week's note from the instructor discusses the steps involved in the prior authorization process for certain hospital outpatient department services.
The complexity of hospital charges and billing has generated confusion among the general public. Taking practical steps to improve communication, outreach, and education can help clear up misconceptions.
Query forms need to be vetted and approved and must follow appropriate guidelines to be compliant. Brush up on current query guidance to ensure you and your organization are following best practice.
Changes to coding conventions and official guidelines for myocardial infarctions, and advice about interpreting them, are constantly involving. Review the latest changes and consider how recent code updates fit into the bigger picture.
Patient portals are playing an increasingly prominent role in managing healthcare data. Learn how to maximize their benefits to patients and healthcare organizations.
COVID-19 has played havoc with CDI metrics at many organizations. Use these expert tips to conduct research on the impact of COVID-19 on case-mix index at your facility.
