In thinking about all the initiatives swirling around the industry, I realize that CDI specialists can become quite confused as they attempt to juggle the increased workload. Core measures, present on admission, patient safety indicators,...Read More »
Q:I realize that if the body mass index (BMI) of a patient is documented by nurses and dieticians can be coded if the physician documents the clinical significance (i.e. morbid obesity). However, if the BMI is documented by a patient care tech or nursing ward secretary...Read More »
National CDI Week celebrations will soon be here. This year’s event takes place September 17-21. On Monday, ACDIS members will receive an industry overview survey and analysis. Each day that week, ACDIS members will receive a special email Q&A from industry experts and CDI professionals...Read More »
Florida: Reservations for the upcoming Florida ACDIS Chapter meeting slated for Saturday, September 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Baptist Health in Jacksonville, are due September 3. The last call for nominations for new Florida ACDIS Chapter leadership is Wednesday, September 5. Only one...Read More »
