Today I want to write about one of our current hot-button topics: artificial intelligence, better known as AI. First, I want to pose the question:
In the 2023 Fourth Quarter of the American Hospital Association (AHA) Coding Clinic, there is discussion of two types of short-term external heart assist systems.
Today I would like to share my opinion on proactive provider documentation decision-making technology. I am completely supportive of genuinely concurrent (that is, occurring in
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was first reported by Mr. Frank Cohen during the live Monitor Monday broadcast, Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. In 2021, the Centers
As I’m sure you are aware, Rosalynn Carter died recently, after a short two days in hospice. Her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, has been
The use of telehealth skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers were forced to find alternatives to seeing doctors in person. According to the Office
The news is troubling, but one of the nation’s foremost voices in psychiatry is glad that a spotlight is at least being shone on the
When Angela Comfort adjusts her headset and microphone as she prepares to cohost Talk Ten Tuesdays this morning, one might forgive her as she momentarily
Last week I wrote about when surgery should be performed as an inpatient, when it can be outpatient, and how to utilize observation services in
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is conducting a program that focuses on drug pricing negotiations, effective in 2026. Here is a list
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first portion of a two-part series of articles by Erica Remer, MD, who routinely offers guidance for determining the correct
CMS is specifically looking into requiring most health insurance plans to cover OTC contraceptives, tobacco smoking cessation products, and breastfeeding supplies. Officials from three departments
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.
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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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