June 11, 2020
HIM Briefings

This week's note from the instructor discusses the steps involved in the prior authorization process for certain hospital outpatient department services. 

September 25, 2019
HIM Briefings

Unpack two interesting issues regarding the clinical and documentation implications of determining oxygen levels related to respiratory distress.

July 23, 2025
HIM Briefings

The recent appointment of a new Office for Civil Rights (OCR) director could signal a return to assertive legal interpretation and enforcement of HIPAA regulations.

July 16, 2025
HIM Briefings

Analyze the broader implications of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for HIM leadership, compliance, and strategic planning.

July 9, 2025
HIM Briefings

Recent enforcement actions emphasize the importance of completing timely risk analyses, implementing risk management plans, and meeting notification deadlines.

July 2, 2025
HIM Briefings

Small and rural hospitals face increased coding challenges with limited budgets, small teams, and constant pressure to meet national standards, but they’re not off the hook for compliance.

July 1, 2025
HIM Briefings
June 25, 2025
HIM Briefings

Discover how ICD-11 coding and classifications for oncology can enhance research, improve tracking capabilities, and facilitate better data collection.

June 25, 2025
HIM Briefings

Review steps that HIM professionals should take now to ensure their organization is prepared to adapt to system downtimes following a cyberattack.

June 18, 2025
HIM Briefings

Read expert insights to discover how to make the journey of record review a more efficient and effective one.

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