As coders, we are familiar with the ICD-10 Coordination and Maintenance (C&M) Committee. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) describes it as a
Coding in the post-acute care world has taken on a new significance in the past five years. For those of us who are coders, this
EDITOR’S NOTE: With Halloween on the radar, ICD10monitor Contributor Christine Geiger, Assistant Vice President of Acute and Post-Acute Coding Services for the St. Louis-based First
Wrapping up our discussion of the ICD-10-CM and PCS code updates released on Oct. 1, in this article we will examine some PCS-related changes. I
Since I missed the September ICD-10 Coordination and Maintenance Meeting, which is typically one of my favorite annual events on the calendar, I have reviewed
Today I want to focus on the critical role of ICD-10 coding in the field of mental health and behavioral disorders. Accurate coding in this
As we discuss the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Proposed Rule for the 2025 fiscal year (FY), I want to call attention to the FY
Tuesday, June 4 might be just another day, but to the producers of one long-running Internet broadcast, it’ll mark quite a milestone: the 600th live
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
One of the goals of medical coding is documenting encounter notes to the highest degree of specificity. ICD-10-CM had some existing codes for documenting foreign
EDITOR’S NOTE: In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, coming up at the end of the month, starting Monday, March 25, MedLearn Media will be honoring
Today, we’re venturing into a future where the worlds of ICD-10 coding and health informatics converge and transform in ways we are only beginning to
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!
Stop revenue leakage and boost hospital performance by mastering risk adjustment and HCCs. This essential webcast with expert Cheryl Ericson, RN, MS, CCDS, CDIP, will reveal how inaccurate patient acuity documentation leads to lost reimbursements through penalties from poor quality scores. Learn the critical differences between HCCs and traditional CCs/MCCs, adapt your CDI workflows, and ensure accurate payments in Medicare Advantage and value-based care models. Perfect for HIM leaders, coders, and CDI professionals. Don’t miss this chance to protect your hospital’s revenue and reputation!
Struggling with ICD-10-CM coding for diabetes and complications? This expert-led webcast clarifies complex combination codes, documentation gaps, and sequencing rules to reduce denials and ensure compliance. Dr. Angela Comfort will provide actionable strategies to accurately link diabetes to complications, improve provider documentation, and optimize reimbursement—helping coders, CDI specialists, and HIM leaders minimize audit risks and strengthen revenue integrity. Don’t miss this chance to master diabetes coding with real-world case studies, key takeaways, and live Q&A!
Uncover critical guidance. HIM coding expert, Kay Piper, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, provides an interactive review on important information in each of the AHA’s 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Quarterly Coding Clinics in easy-to-access on-demand webcasts, available shortly after each official publication.
Uncover critical guidance. Kay Piper provides an interactive review on coding guidelines and more in the AHA’s fourth quarter 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
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