Drug Store Deserts Become the New Norm
Some rural communities are experiencing a decline in brick and mortal pharmacies. Last week I discussed the disappearing OB/GYN services across rural hospitals, and disappearing
Some rural communities are experiencing a decline in brick and mortal pharmacies. Last week I discussed the disappearing OB/GYN services across rural hospitals, and disappearing
The report provides detailed information on successful Medicaid initiatives across the states. Much has been written this past year about Medicaid’s response to issues associated
Grants large and small add to hope to those in need at the intersection of the social determinants of health (SDoH). How do organizations bridge
Readmission reduction has become something of a Holy Grail: always just beyond reach. Elegant solutions risk creating a negative return on investment (ROI) or prove
Here is an important checklist to help you prepare for new codes effective now. On Oct. 1, the new 2022 fiscal year (FY) ICD-10-CM/PCS codes
Living in a disadvantaged neighborhood was associated with lower active life expectancy. Significant data already proves increased disease morbidity and mortality for populations who reside
Latest surge cited as reason for delays. Hospitals continue to experience challenges from the latest wave of COVID patients; over 750,000 patients were hospitalized last
While much attention has been focused on the release of the IPPS Final Rule, other final rules might have gone unnoticed. The Centers for Medicare
Life at the intersection of the latest Census Report and SDoH. There was tremendous buzz last week about the U.S. Census report on shifting demographics
Surge in funding reflects growing need for services. UnitedHealthcare recently announced granting $11.4 million to community-based organizations (CBOs) across the U.S.! Such entities remain the
Coders, CDISs and physician advisors should review the new guidelines. I thought I would share some thoughts about the updates to the 2022 ICD-10-CM Coding
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued the Final Rule for inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) that takes effect Oct. 1. The rule
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