CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

Note from the instructor: Reminiscing over 10 years in CDI

October 12, 2017
ACDIS Guidance, CDI Expansion, Clinical & Coding

By Sharme Brodie, RN, CCDS

One of the wonderful things that time allows us is the ability to look back with an experienced eye and either learn from the past or at the very least have some fun with it.

I remember my first weeks as a CDI specialist as if it just happened....Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

News: CMS issues multiple corrections to IPPS final rule due to incorrect calculations

October 12, 2017
News, Quality & Regulatory

Several technical errors led to significant recalculations of 2018 IPPS MS-DRG relative weights, according to Revenue Cycle Advisor. One error...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

ACDIS update: Use your coffee break wisely—take an ACDIS poll or survey!

October 12, 2017
ACDIS Guidance, Education

Some members tell us they start their day with a cup of coffee and the ACDIS website. We think that’s a great way to stay on top of the new and tools available to help you throughout your CDI day. Especially since ACDIS routinely runs polls and surveys to get to the bottom of current CDI trends...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

ACDIS update: Giveaways galore on ACDIS’ social media

October 12, 2017
ACDIS Guidance, CDI Expansion

The fall has been a busy time for ACDIS, filled with celebrations left and right. Between CDI Week in mid-September to ACDIS’ 10th anniversary this month, there seems to always be a party happening. To spread the joy, the ACDIS team has been conducting giveaways on the...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

News: AHA urges action to address flawed OIG hospital audits

October 12, 2017
News, Quality & Regulatory

Last week, the American Hospital Association (AHA) sent a letter urging CMS to take specific actions to address and prevent the problems that flow from hospital compliance reviews...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

News: JAMA study examines relationship between readmission and mortality rates

October 12, 2017
News, Quality & Regulatory

While the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has led to fewer 30-day readmissions, this reduction in readmissions does not correlate with 30-day mortality rates, according to a recent study by the Journal of the American Medical...Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

ACDIS update: Please take a moment to help Revenue Cycle Advisor with a quick survey

October 12, 2017
ACDIS Guidance, Education

ACDIS’ sister publication, Revenue Cycle Advisor, needs your help with a quick, eight-question survey as they develop new educational offerings for HIM managers and directors. They would greatly appreciate your input!Read More »
CDI Strategies - Volume 11, Issue 49

Local chapter updates: Keep that fall feeling with October local chapter events

October 12, 2017
ACDIS Guidance, CDI Expansion

Last week, we highlighted all the ACDIS local chapter events taking place through this weekend. But, the festive fall feeling doesn’t need to end after events in New York, Michigan, and...Read More »

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