Q:I can’t distinguish between “code first” and “in diseases classified elsewhere.” Both are used with manifestations and both can’t be sequenced as principal diagnosis, and both need etiology codes so what is the difference?
One of the greatest pleasures of my role as the Associate Editorial Director for ACDIS is work- ing alongside such an amazing group of talented, knowledge- able, and generous members. Those working as CDI specialists hunger for education and information, and they are equally hun- gry for...Read More »
by Paul Evans, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CCDS, and Anny Yuen, RHIA, CCS, CCDS, CDIP
The debate regarding which profession makes the “best” CDI specialist unfortunately continues. Many facilities and consulting firms, initially trained to believe that only nurses could perform the duties of a CDI...Read More »
Q: I have a question regarding CDI practice by registered nurses (RN) in states in which they do not have an endorsement of their nursing licenses. Some facilities do not require this, whereas others do.
Obviously, it makes it much easier if the states in which an RN CDI...Read More »
Local ACDIS chapters provide a vital networking and educational service to clinical documentation improvement specialists in a given state, geographic region, or specialty area. These groups are led by volunteers who help hosts organize events and further ACDIS’ mission to provide professionals...Read More »
by Wendy Frushon Tsaninos, RN, CCDS, CCS, CMSRN, MSTD
In the CDI industry, the remote CDI role is highly coveted. One way to attain such a position is to apply for employment with a supplemental staffing agency. Through this process, a candidate can be matched...Read More »
Productivity decreases post-ICD-10 implementation has been a major concern for CDI specialists, coders, and providers alike. However, a recent survey from consulting service, Navicure, found that relatively few respondents have seen a significant decrease in productivity. Read More »
