For people with suspected community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in the emergency department (ED), routine polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing on lower respiratory tract samples led to faster and more targeted treatment, according to a study published in ...Read More »
Q: We are currently seeking out best practices for templates regarding CDI reviewer notes and adding findings. How do different organizations template CDI reviews and add findings? Would anyone be willing to share some templates that your team uses?
At ACDIS, we recognize that the CDI world is constantly evolving, and physicians are playing greater roles in this arena than ever before. We’re looking to understand the nuances of physician advisors’ roles. For example, what are your primary responsibilities? Are you still practicing...Read More »
Are you planning for the ACDIS conference but haven’t registered yet? The early bird conference discount is back for a limited time until the end of the month! If you register by March 31, ACDIS is offering a $100 off early bird rate for the 2024 ACDIS national conference, which takes place...Read More »
The following is a list of upcoming events for ACDIS local chapters. Visit your local chapter’s webpage on the ACDIS site for additional information about upcoming meetings. To join a chapter if you haven’t already or to update your chapter contact...Read More »
by Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC
The first quarterly release of Coding Clinic focused on the changes and new codes effective April 1, 2024. If you wish to review the updated Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, they can be accessed...Read More »
