Articles for May 5, 2016

CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

A Note from the ACDIS Director: The best CDI has to offer

May 5, 2016

I’m asked from time to time what excites me most about the ACDIS conference. Perhaps at one time it might have been the allure of the big cities we’ve gone to—Las Vegas, San Diego, San Antonio, Nashville, or this year, Atlanta—but now the answer is easy. It’s the people. I truly believe that...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

Conference Update: The final countdown begins

May 5, 2016

Can you believe it? We’re already just over two weeks until the 9th Annual ACDIS Conference in Atlanta, Georgia! In case you haven’t noticed, this edition of CDI Strategies marks the first our special conference editions. These email newsletters will highlight important...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

News: CMS' Proposed physician payment model consolidates, customizes quality initiatives

May 5, 2016

Just as government healthcare reimbursement methods continue to evolve on the inpatient side, physicians also now face challenging healthcare reform initiatives for their own services. Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

News: National agency changes terminology associated with pressure ulcers

May 5, 2016

It seems change lurks near every corner we turn this year. While not every change results in significant shifts in CDI or coding practices, many still require our attention. In that regard, the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) announced two changes in the description of pressure...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

Tip: Non-members pre-register for the new ACDIS site now!

May 5, 2016

ACDIS will soon be launching a new and improved website. We will continue to provide certain free content to non-ACDIS members. However, to continue enjoying this content, including our free articles, news, ACDIS position papers, and a new job board, you’ll need to register for the site. You can...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

Q&A: Code assignment for hospital acquired/healthcare associated conditions

May 5, 2016

Q: Is it appropriate to assign code Y95, nosocomial condition, based on the documentation of healthcare-associated pneumonia (HCAP) or hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAC)? It is appropriate to assign code Y95, nosocomial condition, for documented healthcare associated conditions. Should...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

Local Chapter Update: Upcoming meetings

May 5, 2016

Here's what's happening with our local chapters. Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 10, Issue 18

Certification Update: ACDIS announces a policy and penalty fees for late CCDS recertification

May 5, 2016

Effective July 1, 2016, ACDIS will institute a policy and penalty fee for late Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) recertification.Read More »