Could UnitedHealth Group’s Woes Ultimately Result in Improvements?
In the last seven months, UnitedHealth Group (UHG) has been racked by devastating events, from the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare in October to the
In the last seven months, UnitedHealth Group (UHG) has been racked by devastating events, from the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare in October to the
As healthcare continues to evolve in response to technological innovation and changing patient expectations, coding professionals are at the forefront of documenting that transformation. The
The educational content and schedule for the upcoming Open Door Forum Webcast series produced by RACmonitor and ICD10monitor have been unveiled. The announcement was made
I recently attended an industry conference. I must say it was one of the best conferences I’ve attended in a long time. There was great
In its Contract Year 2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Final Rule (CMS-4208-F), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) addressed ongoing confusion about
Continuing our look at areas where we see confusion we will examine the assignment of the long term use codes for anticoagulants versus antithrombotics/antiplatelets. GoodRx.com,
Amid a crowded galaxy of well-known regulatory and process subject-matter experts, five extraordinary respected and renowned healthcare professionals are poised to lead a new series
This past week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the suspension of eight improvement activities under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
Radiology reports are rich with clinical detail—abnormalities, precise anatomy, and incidental findings—but that level of detail doesn’t always translate cleanly into ICD-10 coding. In my
While we are aware that some of the reporting requirements for Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) are currently fluid, we know that those factors play
A new series of educational webcasts for both RACmonitor and ICD10monitor are being launched. The announcement was made by Chuck Buck, Publisher of RACmonitor and
Clinical documentation integrity (CDI) has matured beyond its initial focus on coding accuracy and Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) optimization. In 2025, it is central to payer
Learn how to navigate the proposed elimination of the Inpatient-Only list. Gain strategies to assess admission status, avoid denials, protect compliance, and address impacts across Medicare and non-Medicare payors. Essential insights for hospitals.
RACmonitor is proud to welcome back Dr. Ronald Hirsch, one of his most requested webcasts. In this highly anticipated session, Dr. Hirsch will break down the complex Two Midnight Rule Medicare regulations, translating them into clear, actionable guidance. He’ll walk you through the basics of the rule, offer expert interpretation, and apply the rule to real-world clinical scenarios—so you leave with greater clarity, confidence, and the tools to ensure compliance.
Bring your questions and join the conversation during this open forum series, live every Wednesday at 10 a.m. EST from June 11–July 30. Hosted by Chuck Buck, these fast-paced 30-minute sessions connect you directly with top healthcare experts tackling today’s most urgent compliance and policy issues.
Fraud convictions don’t just punish a few bad claims; they can wipe out years of reimbursements. Don’t wait for an audit to learn the rules. Join Frank Cohen, MPA, for a live Q&A on spotting red flags, avoiding liability, and protecting your practice. Register now and bring your questions!
Only ICD10monitor delivers what you need: updates on must-know changes associated with the FY26 IPPS, including new ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, CCs/MCCs, and MS-DRGs, plus insights, analysis and answers to your questions from two of the country’s most respected subject matter experts.
This third session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature a review of FY26 changes to the MS-DRG methodology and new technology add-on payments (NTAPs), presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
This second session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature a review the FY26 changes to ICD-10-PCS codes. This information will be presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
This first session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature an in-depth explanation of FY26 changes to ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines, CCs/MCCs, and revisions to the MCE, presented by presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
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