Taking the Fear out of Phobia Coding
Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC
October 27, 2025
Since Halloween is this week, it is a good time to talk about what scares us. I’m not talking about a masked character with a
Since Halloween is this week, it is a good time to talk about what scares us. I’m not talking about a masked character with a
September is the annual Suicide Prevention Month which is also a reminder to examine our coding considerations. In March of this year, the Centers for
Let’s talk about the mental side of being a coder – and the stress that quietly (or not so quietly) tags along with it. Every
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
Amid a crowded galaxy of well-known regulatory and process subject-matter experts, five extraordinary respected and renowned healthcare professionals are poised to lead a new series
March is Social Work month, a time to recognize the contributions of my fellow social workers in various fields, particularly healthcare. Social workers play a
When assigning for behavioral health, coders note the difference in the codes for bipolar disorder type I and bipolar disorder type II, but often wonder:
An educational webinar on the process is being hosted next month. Federal health officials have announced the release of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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
A total of 10 states are being added to the demonstration program. A groundbreaking pilot program meant to combat the nation’s mental health and substance
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, making it a good time to check out the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) digital toolkit on
Federal officials announced last week that they were updating web-based content related to mental health and substance use disorders (SUD) as one way to mark
Medicare regulations are complex and even seasoned professionals struggle to apply them consistently. Due to overwhelming demand, Dr. Hirsch returns for Part 2 of Ask Dr. Hirsch: Clarifying Medicare’s Most Misunderstood Rules to answer even more of Medicare’s most misunderstood questions, covering inpatient status, observation, SNF access, Medicare Advantage denials, and more. Join Dr. Hirsch as he provides clear, referenced answers to real-world questions submitted by your peers, helping you navigate Medicare compliance with confidence and clarity.
Traditional utilization management models can no longer keep pace with regulatory shifts, payer scrutiny, and operational pressures. In this webcast, Tiffany Ferguson, LMSW, CMAC, ACM, ACPA-C, introduces an Adaptive Model strategy that modernizes UM through role specialization, technology-driven workflows, and proactive, team-based processes. Attendees will learn how to restructure programs to improve efficiency, strengthen clinical collaboration, and enhance financial performance in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
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.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare revenue cycle operations, from coding and auditing to compliance and denials. Join industry leaders Pam Warren (MaineHealth) and Raemarie Jimenez (AAPC) for a live fireside chat exploring how AI is changing workflows, workforce roles, payer-provider dynamics, and compliance risk—and what organizations should be doing now to prepare.
Prepare for FY 2027 IPPS changes with a comprehensive 3-part masterclass covering ICD-10-CM/PCS updates, MS-DRG shifts, NTAPs, compliance risks, and reimbursement strategies.
Stay ahead of FY 2027 reimbursement changes with expert analysis of MS-DRG shifts, NTAP updates, Medicare Code Edits, and emerging technologies impacting inpatient payment accuracy.
Stay ahead of FY 2027 ICD-10-PCS changes with expert analysis of new procedure codes, revised guidelines, and high-impact updates affecting reimbursement, compliance, and inpatient coding accuracy.
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