Ever choose a restaurant or movie based on how many “stars” it receives from those who’ve eaten there or seen the flick? For many, that type of rating system provides a quick reference analysis regarding the purported quality...Read More »
Documentation in the EHR can have a significant impact both from data reporting and reimbursement standpoints, said Sue Bowman, MJ, RHIA, CCS, FAHIMA, senior director of coding policy and compliance at AHIMA,...Read More »
Following are upcoming ACDIS local chapter meetings. If you are interested in joining a local chapter near you or attending a meeting, please contact the listed ACDIS local chapter leader.Read More »
Low hemoglobin and the need for erythropoiesis stimulating agents (ESAs) indicated an increased risk of mortality for children on dialysis, according to a study in the Journal...Read More »
Use of external cause ICD-10 codes is not mandatory, CMS clarified in a recent release, unless otherwise mandated by state-based or payer-based mandates. Essentially, if the facility/provider does not...Read More »
The Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) proposed rule put on display by CMS on July 8. In it, CMS proposes significant changes to the ambulatory payment classifications (APC) packaging system and visit codes to further bundle and consolidate...Read More »
Nearly 30% of respondents to a recent ACDIS poll indicated that “only God or the government can tell” whether ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation date will hold fast to its current October 1, 2014 perch, with somewhat good reason....Read More »
