Q:I have a patient with a UTI with pyuria and an elevated WBC count. There’s also recurrent plugging of the urine catheter secondary to sediment. I know the term “with” can link two diagnoses, but that it does not represent a...Read More »
Recently, we received a question from an ACDIS local chapter leader regarding providing CCDS CEUs for events conducted by local chapters for components of other organizations, such as local components of AHIMA.Read More »
While advanced CDI programs have a lot to offer facilities in moving beyond CC/MCC capture, program leaders need to be mindful of staff productivity, effectiveness, query efficacy, and burnout.Read More »
The World Health Organization is preparing for the official release of the 11th Revision of the International Classification of Diseases, or ICD-11, in June.Read More »
You may be considering what you want 2019 to look like—personally and professionally. Since “tis the season,” you may also be formulating some New Year resolutions.Read More »
So, you’ve worked hard at physician engagement and your physician response rate is stellar. But, how many of those providers actually carry through the queried diagnoses through to the daily progress notes? This is the question...Read More »
