Q: We recently had a situation where a CDI reviewer sent a multiple-choice query and the physician responded and agreed that the diagnosis documented within the record was accurate. Upon audit, however, we found that the multiple-choice query sent by the CDI specialist was noncompliant...Read More »
by Linnea Archibald
Everyone in a CDI leadership role understands the weighty time and resources necessary to properly train and orient new staff. Even after that initial orientation period is over, however, CDI professionals still have continuing educational needs as they...Read More »
by Linnea Archibald
Any time ACDIS conducts a survey asking about CDI professionals’ pain points, respondents cite physician education and engagement as one of their top three struggles. And it’s no wonder. Without solid physician backing, CDI efforts will be stymied since their...Read More »
by Carolyn Riel
It’s no secret that there’s often a disconnect between CDI specialists and the clinicians performing direct patient care. Physicians can struggle to see the purpose of CDI and might find queries burdensome, while CDI specialists might face challenges connecting...Read More »
In July 2020, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) under the Department of Health and Human Services released a report of findings from audits to determine hospital compliance with Medicare billing requirements when...Read More »
by Merle Zuel, RN, CCDS
Physician engagement strategies boil down to understanding the physician’s documentation burden within the EHR system to ensure educational efforts are effective. Instead of putting out fires in a reactive, retrospective manner, it’s better to be proactive...Read More »
