From the first note in the EHR to the last appeal letter, health records can end up taking the equivalent of a cross-country road trip from the moment a patient walks into a hospital until the final billing of their stay. CDI programs, however, have long since...Read More »
FEATURES 6 Where have you been, where are you going: A first year in CDI 10 Case study: Five CDI leadership essentials that could be missing from your toolbox 17 All...Read More »
Though CDI has certainly become a more well-known and established part of the healthcare ecosystem, often those in the CDI ranks find themselves there nearly by accident. Perhaps they’re looking for something to challenge them and keep them growing, perhaps...Read More »
Imagine a familiar scene: It’s close to the holidays at your local and highly overpopulated airport. Sensing an impending flight delay due to the frightful weather, you take refuge at the nearest restaurant. Of course, you aren’t the only one with this idea, so...Read More »
Up-and-coming CDI professionals will be pleased to hear that leadership roles usually have nowhere near the learning curve that starting out in the profession can entail. But that doesn’t mean being a leader is easy. Kristine Green, MSN, RN, vice...Read More »
Physician advisors play a vital role in a successful CDI program, acting as a bridge between clinicians and the revenue cycle. CDI physician advisors advocate for their hospital’s CDI program and its initiatives by improving query response rates,...Read More »
The healthcare industry is a dynamic, ever-evolving field that demands agility, problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. My journey began in the medical front office, where I gained foundational experience that later propelled...Read More »
