Within the Alphabetic Index of ICD-9-CM is a Neoplasm table that assists coders in assigning diagnosis codes (Vols. 1-2). The table is structured based off the specific location of the neoplasm as well as the type of neoplasm. There are four types of neoplasms on the neoplasm table:...Read More »
The value of a new technology is often not understood for many years after its invention. For example, the first film cameras were initially used to capture “photographic paintings” of landscapes, still life studies, and portraits, the standard...Read More »
Every so often, I come across some coding issues that recall other coding issues. I found this situation within the last few weeks and it deserves some discussion.
A baby arrives at the hospital with weight loss....Read More »
When I first met with the ACDIS 2011 conference committee in July, I knew right away this was a great group. Why? Because they took their job seriously. A couple of members told me flat out that serving on the committee was intimidating because they enjoyed the other ACDIS conferences so much...Read More »
ACDIS members who frequently use the CDI Talk message board already appreciate the hard work and generosity of Sandy Beatty, RN, BSN, C-CDI, clinical documentation specialist at...Read More »
Approximately 11% of Medicare beneficiaries are now enrolled in private managed care health plans, with the rest in the traditional fee-for-service (FFS) programs. Did you know that Medicare Advantage (MA) payment methodology is driven by...Read More »
When CDI programs fail it’s typically due to a lack of physician involvement, says Glenn Krauss, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPUR, FCS, PCS, CCDS, C-CDI, an independent CDI specialist and reimbursement consultant.
“[CDI specialists] don’t do a good job of...Read More »
Acute kidney injury (AKI) serves as warning that acute renal failure (ARF) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are possible if a patient’s clinical status does not improve. The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) has endeavored to detect and protect patients...Read More »
