October 1, 2017
HIM Briefings
October 4, 2017
HIM Briefings

Outsourcing some HIM functions is common at many organizations. The decision might initially be spurred by staffing shortages or budgetary concerns, but many outsourcing arrangements become long-term projects. 

September 13, 2017
HIM Briefings

The new ICD-10-CM codes for FY 2018, effective October 1, 2017, represent significant changes in some of our documentation and coding practices. Review the changes to the FY 2018 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (the Guidelines), which must be embraced if our documentation, coding, and billing is to withstand compliance scrutiny from outside auditors and accountability agents.

September 27, 2017
HIM Briefings

This month's Q&A answers readers' questions on patient record access and more.

September 20, 2017
HIM Briefings

Managing and maintaining the chargemaster requires sound, tested strategies and tactics.

September 20, 2017
HIM Briefings

Taking today’s challenges head on will demonstrate the HIM professional’s ability to adapt to a changing landscape and provide its organization with a reduction in operating costs and the provision of superior service.

September 27, 2017
HIM Briefings

Many HIM directors and coding managers say it takes all three to recruit high-quality, experienced medical record coders post-ICD-10. While coder shortages are nowhere near what they were in ICD-9, new challenges have emerged for HIM staffing.

September 6, 2017
HIM Briefings

A successful outpatient CDI program will be invaluable to an organization, but without a focus and plan the program can become overwhelmed and ineffective. HIM and CDI need to work closely together to identify the greatest areas of opportunity in the outpatient setting and ensure that goals are aligned throughout the continuum of care.

September 1, 2017
HIM Briefings
August 30, 2017
HIM Briefings

Working remotely can seem like an attractive option to CDI specialists but it comes with its own challenges. A few simple steps can help CDI specialists thrive in a remote environment.

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