One of the many management topics at the conference of the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS) is having written CDI policies and procedures
Task-based, outcomes measurement versus process improvement generally does not support sustainable long-term results. I was recently asked by a chief financial officer (CFO) what other
Rural health is in trouble. EDITOR’S NOTE: In this final installment of a three-part series as to why rural health is in trouble, more of
Credentialing physicians is seen as essential to ensure proper billing and reimbursement. As a healthcare provider or practice, you must ensure that your physicians are
Diagnosis without supporting the judgment of the physician’s documentation is the phenomenon of nakedness. A recent Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists/American Health Information Management
A physician laments that physicians were not invited to participate in the AHIMA/ACDIS CDI Practice Brief. For steadfast readers of ICD10monitor and attentive listeners to
Gaining an understanding of why it’s important to familiarize yourself with the clinical revenue cycle is vital in healthcare. Clinical revenue cycle: what is it?
The process involves a multi-step review. Physicians take the Hippocratic Oath in medical school to “do no harm.” Despite their best intentions, however, many physicians sometimes
AHIMA released its CDI Practice Brief Monday. At Yom Kippur services, I found myself thinking about the question Dr. Ronald Hirsch posed to me the
These foundational elements are essential to assure that there is a better way to improve CDI. Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) programs continue to evolve over
Most rural hospitals do not have physician advisors but clearly need them. Last week RACmonitor published an article written by John K. Hall, MD, JD, MBA,
KPIs are metrics to monitor or measure that things are working properly, and a dashboard is a summary of those KPIs. Over the past two
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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