I recently came across a denial indicating that a query was noncompliant because it did not include evidence why the query was needed. I was
Continuing with our look at areas of coding confusion, let’s today examine pain. According to Medline Plus Magazine from the National Institutes of Health (NIH),
Happy New Year! You may be planning on hitting the gym a little more frequently, or maybe you are hoping to lose a few pounds.
When searching for an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to enhance medical coding or clinical documentation integrity (CDI), healthcare organizations face a rapidly evolving landscape of
We are nine months into 2024, and there are still some Medicare Advantage (MA) insurance companies that are not abiding by the rules and regulations
When searching for an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to enhance medical coding or clinical documentation integrity (CDI), healthcare organizations face a rapidly evolving landscape of
Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it’s a current reality affecting all facets of life, including public health. As the planet warms, healthcare
Last week I started a series on developing facility-specific coding guidelines. This series is based on an AHIMA practice brief by the same name. This
Today, we’re delving into an exciting and transformative area of healthcare: the personalized medicine revolution, particularly how it intersects with coding, documentation, and reimbursement in
EDITOR’S NOTE: This series is based on the “Developing Facility-Specific Coding Guidelines” which is an AHIMA Practice Brief. This practice brief was updated in December
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) has announced that March is National Kidney Month. Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Last week during Talk Ten Tuesdays, there were several questions about the Coordination and Maintenance Committee, as well as the CPT® Editorial Panel meetings. As
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.
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.
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 second quarter 2026 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
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