I had the pleasure of attending the annual California Health Information Conference in Long Beach, California, as an attendee and as a speaker, last week.
Former President Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer, marked by a Gleason score of 9, has raised questions about how such
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
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)
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
My Dear Esteemed Colleague… You and I are very much aware of the work being accomplished everyday by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals. We
Custodial or social hospitalizations have been a long-standing issue within acute care hospitals. These patients generally arrive to the Emergency Department (ED) with vague or
EDITOR’S NOTE: On the morning of Jan. 22, major American news outlets were reporting the story of a huge artificial intelligence (AI) technology partnership. The
EDITOR’S NOTE: Ms. Fernandes is the immediate Past President and Communications Chair for the International Federation of Health Information Management Associations (IFHIMA), and will be
On American Diabetes Association Alert Day, observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March, we are reminded of the critical role that early detection and
EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Nirav Kamdar is the vice president of quality and clinical operations at Huntington Health-Cedars-Sinai Health System in Los Angeles. Dr. Kamdar is
On March 12, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Innovation Center announced significant changes to its model portfolio to better align with its
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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