Do you remember the show “Emergency” or Dr. Wayne Fiscus in “St. Elsewhere” or Dr. Doug Ross in “ER?” During this session, participants will learn about the very different thought processes of local ED doctors and why they’re resistant to...
by Daxa Clarke, MD, Lucinda Lo, MD, Amy Sanderson, MD, and Sheilah Snyder, MD
In this panel discussion, participants will learn how four pediatric physician advisors—from large to small freestanding children’s hospitals—make an impact on CDI through their EHR, billing, education...
Experienced or new CDI specialists will benefit from this review of the clinical and coding definitions related to encephalopathy and other altered mental status disorders. The presentation features a discussion of dementia as well as the...
Very few CDI professionals were trained to be data scientists. During this session, attendees will learn how to leverage statistical process controls to identify trends and obtain practical guidance to begin analytics 2.0 projects using Lean...
by Faisal Hussain, MD, CCDS, CDIP, CCS, and Beth Ming, BSN, RN, CCDS
CDI can influence the observed to expected (O/E) mortality and risk-adjusted data through second-level reviews. These help maximize the patient’s severity of illness and risk of mortality before the bill is...
Inpatient rehabilitation facilities use a totally different payment system. Nevertheless, there are lots of opportunities for CDI programs here. During the presentation, attendees will learn about the IRF PAI requirement, the 60%...
MACRA is the law, and MIPS and APMs are how this law will be carried out. This presentation provides an overview of these programs and defines the effect of CDI efforts on achieving available incentives as well as maximizing shared...
by Valerie A. Bica, BSN, RN, CPN, and Michelle Limo, MSN, RN, CCDS, CCS
Attendees will obtain an in-depth look at kidney injury and malnutrition clinical indicators and coding requirements to clarify the documentation differences needed for diagnoses within the pediatric versus...
Principal diagnosis selection is one of the most crucial decisions that coding and CDI professionals must make. Even with advanced skills and years of experience, some cases still present challenges. This presentation will cover key concepts...
by Mark N. Dominesey, RN, BSN, MBA, CCDS, CDIP, CHTS-CP
Many CDI managers are challenged with finding opportunities to engage seasoned CDI staff who have “hit a wall” with their day-to-day work. Participants will explore various role specializations, gain insight into developing...
