Coding Questions Arising from NPAC, Answered
I attended the 2024 National Physician Advisor Conference (NPAC) hosted by the American College of Physician Advisors (ACPA) in the middle of April. Its theme
I attended the 2024 National Physician Advisor Conference (NPAC) hosted by the American College of Physician Advisors (ACPA) in the middle of April. Its theme
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This webcast, presented by Tiffany Ferguson, LMSW, CMAC, ACM, addresses the critical gap in Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) reporting for pediatric populations. While SDoH efforts often focus on adults, this session emphasizes the unique needs of children. Attendees will gain insights into the current state of SDoH, new pediatric Z-codes, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. By understanding and applying pediatric-specific SDoH factors, healthcare professionals can improve data capture, compliance, and care outcomes. This webcast is essential for those looking to enhance their approach to pediatric SDoH reporting and coding.
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During this webcast Dr. Ronald Hirsch delves into the inpatient admission order process including when to get it, when it becomes effective, its impact on billing and payment, who can write it, how to cancel it, the effects on the beneficiary, and more. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of inpatient orders and guidelines for handling improper orders that you can implement immediately.
Michelle Wieczorek explores challenges, strategies, and best practices to AI implementation and ongoing monitoring in the middle revenue cycle through real-world use cases. She addresses critical issues such as the validation of AI algorithms, the importance of human validation in machine learning, and the delineation of responsibilities between buyers and vendors.
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