How many times have you reviewed a chart, seen the same documentation repeated on each progress note, and tried to figure out why the patient is still here because there is nothing new being documented? If you are trying to...Read More »
Historically, CDI specialists have not included quality concerns in their regular chart reviews, leaving such efforts to experts in the quality department. With the advent of pay-for-quality programs and public quality rating systems from CMS, Leapfrog Group...Read More »
A little procrastination never hurt anybody, but if you’re still planning to apply for one of the three ACDIS boards and committees open for new volunteers, time is running short!
I first became aware of clinical validation denials 12 years ago. I had the great fortune of working alongside a very astute coder at the time. When the Medicare Recovery Audit Contractors began audits for clinical validation in 2011, she quickly...Read More »
After years of working to engage providers and get them on board with CDI efforts, every seasoned CDI professional knows there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Some physicians will quickly understand the benefits of improving documentation to help their facility’s...Read More »
To help foster the participation of local chapter members and connect them with the national organization, ACDIS provides members with multiple benefits. First, all members can receive a discount on national membership fees when they complete the...Read More »
