Invest in computer-assisted coding (CAC) now because of its potential positive impact on productivity and quality, says Gloryanne Bryant, RHIA...Read More »
Q: I am unsure how “ribs” are categorized in ICD-10. I don’t understand if taking one rib is considered a resection or an excision and why...Read More »
Attached is a supplement to the July 2011 issue of CDI Journal. It provides important updates every CDI specialist should know regarding new...Read More »
Documentation of both malnutrition and body mass index (BMI) affects MS-DRGs’ assignment as CCs or MCCs and can clarify the patient’s SOI as well...Read More »
Documentation improvement staff often struggle with principal diagnosis selection. A clear understanding of the definition of principal diagnosis...Read More »
As part of the first Clinical Documentation Improvement Week, ACDIS has conducted a series of interviews with CDI professionals on a variety of emerging industry topics.