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Thanksgiving Letter from the Publisher

Chuck Buck November 21, 2022

Dear Fellow Colleagues, We here at RACmonitor and ICD10monitor would like to take the opportunity today to wish you and your families a very happy

Celebrate World Health Day with Us.

Chuck Buck April 4, 2022

Dear Colleague… Please take a moment from your very busy schedule to join me in commemoration of World Health Day, coming up on Thursday, April

Talk Ten Tuesdays 500th Episode – Q&A with Chuck Buck

Jason Henninger March 11, 2022

As the 500th episode of the Talk Ten Tuesday approaches, MedLearn Media editor Jason Henninger chatted with the broadcast’s host and creator, Chuck Buck, to

MedLearn Honors Black History Month

Jason Henninger February 18, 2022

February marks Black History Month. As a news provider and publisher in the medical field for more than thirty years, we at MedLearn wish to seize upon

Happy New Year from Chuck Buck

Chuck Buck December 21, 2021

LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER – DECEMBER 2021 – Dear Colleague, You and I have experienced a sea change this past year in our world of

Talk Ten Tuesdays: Taking AIM at Maternal Morbidity and Mortality

Chuck Buck October 19, 2021

Dear Reader: Maternal mortality rates in the U.S are abnormally high, in comparison to those of other developed countries. For that reason, we are embarking

Celebrating Health Information Professionals

Chuck Buck April 14, 2021

Dear Colleague, Please join me in recognizing the outstanding work done every day by dedicated and compassionate Health Information Professionals (HIPs). We here at ICD10monitor,

2020 – The Year of the Coder

Chuck Buck December 29, 2020

2020 will be remembered, I am certain, as the “Year of the Coder.” Just think about all the new codes that sprang up almost overnight

Mastering the Two-Midnight Rule: Keys to Navigating Short-Stay Admissions with Confidence

The CMS Two-Midnight Rule and short-stay audits are here to stay, impacting inpatient and outpatient admissions, ASC procedures, and Medicare Parts C & D. New for 2024, the Two-Midnight Rule applies to Medicare Advantage patients, requiring differentiation between Medicare plans affecting Case Managers, Utilization Review, and operational processes and knowledge of a vital distinction between these patients that influences post-discharge medical reviews and compliance risk. Join Michael G. Calahan for a comprehensive webcast covering federal laws for all admission processes. Gain the knowledge needed to navigate audits effectively and optimize patient access points, personnel, and compliance strategies. Learn Two-Midnight Rule essentials, Medicare Advantage implications, and compliance best practices. Discover operational insights for short-stay admissions, outpatient observation, and the ever-changing Inpatient-Only Listing.

September 19, 2023

CMS 2024 Rule Update: Unveiling Essential Insights for Case Management and Utilization Review Preparedness

A massive task lies ahead! Now’s the time to start preparing your case management and utilization review teams for successful implementation of changes contained in the 2024 IPPS, OPPS and MPFS rules.

August 24, 2023

Decoding Social Admissions: Billing, Notifications, & Discharge Rights Demystified

Gain clarity on billing, patient notifications, and discharge appeal rights in social admissions. Join our webcast for essential insights and strategies to navigate this complex landscape, ensuring financial stability and optimal patient care.

July 27, 2023

Navigating Outpatient in a Hospital Bed: Billing and Compliance Solutions

Dr. Ronald Hirsch provides tried-and-true strategies and insight into outpatient in hospital bed stays including determining the applicable definition, who uses it, and when and how to bill for this circumstance, solidified with concrete case examples and expert insight.

June 8, 2023

Secondary Diagnosis Coding: A Deep Dive into Guidelines and Best Practices

Explore comprehensive guidelines and best practices for secondary diagnosis coding in our illuminating webcast. Delve into the intricacies of accurately assigning secondary diagnosis codes to ensure precise medical documentation. Learn how to navigate complex scenarios and adhere to coding regulations while enhancing coding proficiency. Our expert-led webcast covers essential insights, including documentation requirements, sequencing strategies, and industry updates. Elevate your coding skills and stay current with the latest coding advancements so you can determine the correct DRG assignment to optimize reimbursement, support medical decision-making, and maintain compliance.

September 20, 2023

Principal Diagnosis Coding: Mastering Selection and Sequencing

Enhance your inpatient coding precision and revenue with Principal Diagnosis Coding: Mastering Selection and Sequencing. Join our expert-led webcast to conquer the challenges of principal diagnosis selection and sequencing. We’ll decode the intricacies of ICD-10-CM guidelines, equipping you with a clear grasp of the rules and the official UHDDS principal diagnosis definition. Uncover the crucial role of coding conventions, master the sequencing of related conditions, and confidently tackle cases with equally valid principal diagnoses.

September 14, 2023

2024 IPPS Summit: Final Rule Update with Expert Insights and Analysis

Only ICD10monitor delivers what you need: updates on must-know changes associated with the FY24 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Final Rule, including new ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, plus insights, analysis and answers to questions from the country’s most respected subject matter experts.

2024 IPPS Summit Day 3: MS-DRG Shifts and NTAPs

This third session in our 2024 IPPS Summit will feature a review of FY24 changes to the MS-DRG methodology and new technology add-on payments (NTAPs), presented by senior healthcare consultant Laurie Johnson, with bonus insights and analysis from two acclaimed subject matter experts

August 17, 2023

Featured Webcasts

2024 IPPS Summit Day 2: Master ICD-10-PCS Changes

This second session in the ICD10monitor 2024 IPPS Summit will feature a review of the FY24 changes to ICD-10-PCS codes and New Technology Add-On Payments, presented by senior healthcare consultant Laurie Johnson, with bonus insights and analysis from CDI expert Dr. Erica Remer. CMS has published approximately fifty new applications to New Technology Add-On Payments and you don’t want to leave money on the table!

August 16, 2023

2024 IPPS Summit Day 1: Master ICD-10-CM Changes

Our 2024 IPPS Summit will get you up-to-speed on the many changes to ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines, SDoH and CCs/MCCs, plus the revisions to the MCE for the coming year, all while providing valuable insights and analysis from top subject matter HIM and CDI experts.

August 15, 2023

Mastering PSIs, HACs and POA Status for Optimal Coding Accuracy

Boost your coding accuracy and contribute to quality care! Join our webcast on Patient Safety Indicators (PSIs), HACs, and POA status. Discover trouble spots to watch out for and key terms in your medical record documentation. Elevate your skills to ensure precise code assignment and make a meaningful impact on hospital care. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your coding expertise!

July 13, 2023

Mastering E&M Guidelines: Empowering Providers for Accurate Service Documentation and Scenario Understanding in 2023

This expert-guided webcast will showcase tips for providers to ensure appropriate capture of the work performed for a visit. Comprehensive examples will be given that demonstrate documentation gaps and how to educate providers on the documentation necessary to appropriately assign a level of service. You will gain clarification on answers regarding emergency department and urgent care coding circumstances as well as a review of how/when it is appropriate to code for E&M in radiology and more.

June 21, 2023

Managing a Compliant Chargemaster – The Backbone of your Revenue

Practical solutions for CDM departments to protect your hospital’s revenue.

Price Transparency Requirements: Strategies for Compliance

This webcast teaches hospitals how to comply with CMS price transparency rules and compare their rates with peer hospitals. It covers creating a compliant machine-readable file, comparing negotiated rates, and improving pricing decisions.

Mastering Good Faith Estimates Under the No Surprises Act: Compliance and Best Practices

The No Surprises Act (NSA) presents a challenge for hospitals and providers who must provide Good Faith Estimates (GFEs) for all schedulable services for self-pay and uninsured patients. Compliance is necessary, but few hospitals have been able to fully comply with the requirements despite being a year into the NSA. This webcast provides an overview of the NSA/GFE policy, its impact, and a step-by-step process to adhere to the requirements and avoid non-compliance penalties.

E&M Incident-to and Split/Shared Services: Top 10 Issues for 2023

Familiarize yourself with the dramatic 2023 changes to codes, coding guidelines and documentation requirements for evaluation and management (E&M) split/shared and incident-to services.

March 30, 2023

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