by Glenn Krauss, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPUR, C-CDI, CCDS
Communication is defined in the Merriman-Webster dictionary as a verbal or written message, exchange of information, or a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs,...Read More »
by Glenn Krauss, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPUR, C-CDI, CCDS
A clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialists’ focuses on educating physicians on the merits and material benefits of complete, accurate, and effective medical record documentation on the practice of medicine.Read More »
A recent hospital audit of 300 medical records turned up some not too surprising facts about physicians. The doctors are still not documenting appropriately, their handwriting is illegible, and the discharge summaries are inadequate.Read More »
by Glenn Krauss, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPUR, C-CDI, CCDS
Clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs have evolved over the last few years as hospital interest in implementing these programs has grown exponentially.Read More »
“E-mail eats the day away.” Sounds like a play on the ‘ole “apple a day” routine, doesn’t it? It’s actually an PR piece touting a new software that sorts and prioritizes your e-mail. Imagine if automatic e-mail management saved you hours every day. I...Read More »
Over the years, my family has played a lot of board games, from old classics like Monopoly to newcomers like Settlers of Catan and Pandemic. When preparing to engage with a new set of providers, I can’t help but feel like I am getting ready to play a big board game—but...Read More »
