The CMS released its interim final rule on surprise medical billing, introducing a process whereby payers and providers could negotiate payments for “out-of-network” billing. Each side, however, gave the long-awaited provisions decidedly different receptions.
I’ve been told that in most cases codes for viral causative organisms, B95-97, will not add a CC or an MCC. However, I thought that identifying a causative organism often does add a CC/MCC. Could you clarify this for me?Read More »
CDI programs used to focus overwhelmingly on the financial. CDI professionals reviewed records for accurate code assignment and reimbursement. With the advent of value-based purchasing programs and other pay-for-performance measures, many CDI teams have shifted their focus to a more holistic...Read More »
Did you know that for the 2021 ACDIS Conference in Dallas later this month, there are four different educational tracks being offered? During the conference, you can find tracks geared towards:
The ACDIS Florida local chapter held their first in-person event this past weekend, making them the first chapter to do so since the onset of COVID-19.
For the event, the conference room normally slated to seat 200 was capped with under 100 attendees to be sure they could maintain social...Read More »
by Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CDIP, CRC
A confession for you: I don’t like pumpkin spice lattes. I am not a fan of that popular spice in my drinks, although I did just find a recipe for a pumpkin spice white Russian that I may just have to try.
Sicker patients, fewer outpatient visits, and higher expenses for labor, drugs, and supplies will continue to damage the financial health of hospitals and health systems throughout 2021, says...Read More »
