Hello, everyone! I’m Linnea Archibald, the newest member of the ACDIS team here in the Middleton office (and probably everywhere, to be honest). My role here will be as the ACDIS editor. Basically, I’ll chip in wherever I’m needed.Read More »
Career advancement. It’s what most people look for when they join an association. Training, education, and networking are the tools to progress in your career. Whether you’re brand-new to the profession or a seasoned veteran looking for tips to help educate...Read More »
Want to see pictures of all the latest going-ons at ACDIS, local chapters, and the conference? We’re on Instagram, so now you can! Instagram is a photo sharing social media platform, much like Twitter only with just pictures.Read More »
by Sharme Brodie, RN, CCDS
Many newer CDI specialists are trained on encoders right off the bat, often never using a DRG Expert until they seek certification. I’m going to show my age now by telling you that when I started, we all used a DRG Expert filled with notes in every...Read More »
The Surviving Sepsis Campaign released new care guidelines updating its 2012 recommendations to help clinicians caring for patients with sepsis and septic shock.Read More »
Have a new hire on the way? Without a set plan in place, the new staff member may end up with conflicting information or take significantly longer to train. Though not everyone approaches onboarding the same way, developing a transition and training plan streamlines the process, sets reasonable...Read More »
by Linnea Archibald
It’s hard to believe my ACDIS journey only began six months ago. As anyone new to CDI will tell you, the mountain of information can be overwhelming. Lucky for me, I’ve never been tasked with reviewing a record and querying. Though I’ve learned a lot in the...Read More »
