When Is a Hospital Delay Okay?
There are few perfect things in this world, and hospital operations are not one of them. While multitudes of individuals – clinical and non-clinical –
There are few perfect things in this world, and hospital operations are not one of them. While multitudes of individuals – clinical and non-clinical –
The lifting of regulatory limits on artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has the potential to revolutionize the industry, enabling faster diagnoses, more personalized treatments, and
March is Social Work month, a time to recognize the contributions of my fellow social workers in various fields, particularly healthcare. Social workers play a
Today’s hot topic takes a look through the leadership lens of guiding your teams through a software transition. In my case currently, it is a
The distinction between laws and regulations is a fundamental aspect of governance in the United States, particularly in highly regulated sectors such as healthcare. With
EDITOR’S NOTE: Healthcare attorney David Glaser is a permanent panelist on Monitor Mondays. At the risk of annoying my friend Dr. Ronald Hirsch, who, like many
As with many other physicians of a certain age, I have had the opportunity to practice patient care in both the worlds of paper and
EDITOR’S NOTE: Healthcare attorney David Glaser is a permanent panelist on Monitor Mondays. Hiring is both difficult and important, yet we rarely discuss strategies for
President Donald Trump recently issued an executive order titled “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing,” aiming to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, bringing significant advancements in clinical applications, patient care, and administrative efficiency. However, while much of the discussion
Last week I mused about how clinical validation queries do not appear to be keeping up with the volume of clinical validation denials. Perhaps one
Today, I want to continue to talk about something we have heard a lot about in 2024 and 2025. This is truly transformative and is

Federal auditors are intensifying their focus on inpatient psychiatric facilities, using advanced data analytics to spotlight outliers and pursue high‑dollar repayments. In this high‑impact webcast, Michael Calahan, PA, MBA, Compliance Officer and V.P., Hospital & Physician Compliance, breaks down what regulators are really targeting in IPF-PPS admissions, documentation, treatment and discharge planning. Attendees will learn practical steps to tighten processes, avoid common audit triggers and protect reimbursement and reduce the risk of multimillion-dollar repayment demands.

In this timely session, Stacey Shillito, CDIP, CPMA, CCS, CCS-P, CPEDC, COPC, breaks down the complexities of Medical Decision Making (MDM) documentation so providers can confidently capture the true complexity of their care. Attendees will learn practical, efficient strategies to ensure documentation aligns with current E/M guidelines, supports accurate coding, and reduces audit risk, all without adding to charting time.

Join Ronald Hirsch, MD, FACP, CHCQM for The PEPPER Returns – Risk and Opportunity at Your Fingertips, a practical webcast that demystifies the PEPPER and shows you how to turn complex claims data into actionable insights. Dr. Hirsch will explain how to interpret key measures, identify compliance risks, uncover missed revenue opportunities, and understand new updates in the PEPPER, all to help your organization stay ahead of audits and use this powerful data proactively.

Stay ahead of the 2026-2027 audit surge with “Top 10 Audit Targets for 2026-2027 for Hospitals & Physicians: Protect Your Revenue,” a high-impact webcast led by Michael Calahan, PA, MBA. This concise session gives hospitals and physicians clear insight into the most likely federal audit targets, such as E/M services, split/shared and critical care, observation and admissions, device credits, and Two-Midnight Rule changes, and shows how to tighten documentation, coding, and internal processes to reduce denials, recoupments, and penalties. Attendees walk away with practical best practices to protect revenue, strengthen compliance, and better prepare their teams for inevitable audits.

Gain clarity and confidence in OB‑GYN coding with this expert‑led webcast featuring Stacey Shillito, CDIP, CPMA, CCS, CCS‑P, CPEDC, COPC. You’ll learn how to apply global maternity package rules accurately, select the right CPT codes for procedures and visits, and identify documentation gaps that lead to denials. With practical guidance and real examples, this session helps you strengthen compliance, reduce audit risk, and ensure accurate reimbursement for women’s health services.

Uncover essential coding insights with nationally recognized coding authority Kay Piper, RHIA, CDIP, CCS. Through ICD10monitor’s interactive, on‑demand webcast series, Kay walks you through the AHA’s 2026 ICD‑10‑CM/PCS Quarterly Coding Clinics, translating each update into practical, easy‑to‑apply guidance designed to sharpen precision, ensure compliance, and strengthen day‑to‑day decision‑making. Available shortly after each official release.

Uncover critical guidance on the ICD-10-CM/PCS code updates. Kay Piper reviews and explains ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines in the AHA’s fourth quarter 2026 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.

Uncover critical guidance on the ICD-10-CM/PCS code updates. Kay Piper reviews and explains ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines in the AHA’s third quarter 2026 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
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