We are trying to reduce the number of queries to providers at our hospital because we know they are overwhelmed. The CDI staff is only sending queries if there is a change in DRG, SOI/ROM, or if the diagnosis is listed in the2020 ACDIS...Read More »
Ellen Jantzer, RN, MSN, CCDS, CRC, CCS, is the CDI manager at Asante in Medford, Oregon, and she is a member of the Northwest ACDIS local chapter.Read More »
Things are changing at a daily pace as the COVID-19 pandemic unfurls. To help CDI professionals navigate these challenging times, here’s a roundup of all the COVID-19 resources ACDIS has published in the last few weeks:
During this time of social distancing, many local chapters leaders are looking for ways to connect with their members virtually. While many groups have moved their previously planned live events to online platforms, another great way to connect across the distance is by sending chapter e-...Read More »
The world is changing hour-by-hour as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread. In an effort to flatten the curve and keep vulnerable folks safe, many office workers have made the transition to working from home. Like many of our CDI friends across the...Read More »
With a surge of COVID-19 patients expected at the nation's hospitals, children’s hospitals can be part of the solution to support broader communities,...Read More »
Anthem is currently facing a False Claims Act lawsuit from the Department of Justice (DOJ) for submitting inaccurate diagnosis codes to get a higher Medicare...Read More »