Critical access hospitals (CAH) perform poorly in terms of financial operating margins when compared with their non-CAH, system-affiliated hospitals, according to HealthLeaders....Read More »
The nation's healthcare expenditures hit $4.9 trillion in 2023, increasing by 7.5%, according to a recent study published in Health Affairs by CMS’ National Health Expenditure Accounts Team. This number...Read More »
The 2024 CDI Salary Survey report has been released! This data helps ACDIS get a broader picture of the industry, but it can also be a big help to you in your own professional development.Read More »
“Gains in life expectancy across global populations are recognized as a societal achievement,” wrote a group of researchers in a newly publishedJAMA Network Open article. “Increased lifespan, however,...Read More »
CMS recently issued a proposed rule for 2026, which includes provisions aimed at limiting cost-sharing for Medicare Advantage (MA) behavioral health services to be no greater than traditional Medicare rates, according to...Read More »
Quality measures for five social determinants of health (SDOH) domains are currently included or proposed in 21 federal programs, initiatives, or guidance documents, but more progress is needed,...Read More »