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The role of physician advisors has evolved into an absolute necessity in hospitals of all sizes around the country. As the healthcare landscape rapidly evolves,
The role of physician advisors has evolved into an absolute necessity in hospitals of all sizes around the country. As the healthcare landscape rapidly evolves,
As I continue to focus on documentation, this week I am turning my attention to a frequently misunderstood Medicare rule: the Three-Day Payment Window. This
This week I’m continuing my focus on defining documentation, this time with a real-world example that many of you may have encountered. As noted last
The State of Audio-Only Telehealth Audio-only telehealth was first broadly permitted under emergency COVID-19 public health flexibilities in 2020. Since then, Congress and the Centers
Last week I wrote about the importance of defining what clinical documentation is, within the scope of clinical documentation integrity (CDI) reviews. This week, I’ll
In a significant policy shift with wide-ranging implications for healthcare operations, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will ramp up
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
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)
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
EDITOR’S NOTE: To view the full proposed rule or submit a comment, visit https://www.regulations.gov and search for CMS-1833-P. The fiscal year (FY) 2026 Inpatient Prospective
The finalized Medicare Advantage (MA) Rule 4208 includes important clarifications of enrollees’ rights to appeal denied inpatient stays. In my casual reading for clarification on
InIn the FY 2026 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced updates to the Transforming Episode
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!
Substance abuse is everywhere. It’s a complicated diagnosis with wide-ranging implications well beyond acute care. The face of addiction continues to change so it’s important to remember not just the addict but the spectrum of extended victims and the other social determinants and legal ramifications. Join John K. Hall, MD, JD, MBA, FCLM, FRCPC, for a critical Q&A on navigating substance abuse in 2025. Register today and be a part of the conversation!
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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