EDITOR’S NOTE: Edward Roche, in association with RACmonitor, is writing a series on the need for U.S. healthcare facilities to protect themselves from cybercriminals demanding
The topic of Condition Code 44 is not new. Detailed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in September 2004 via MLN Matters
More than 400 people across the country have been charged in connection with $1.3 billion in healthcare fraud losses as part of what the federal
Medicare Advantage (MA) programs continue to gain popularity, with about one-third of Medicare beneficiaries currently enrolled in a variety of MA programs. MA plans are
The June Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) report to Congress included recommendations for a Unified Prospective Payment System for Post-Acute Care services. Specifically, the report
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reported yesterday that Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance
If you listened to last week’s edition of the RACmonitor-produced Internet broadcast Monitor Mondays, you heard a reminder from Nancy Beckley that the Centers for
This week we are going to flash back a few years. Our first stop is in 2011, when First Coast Services Organization, the Medicare Administrative
A pathway to sustainability for rural healthcare could be the new Accountable Care Organization (ACO) model called the Medicare ACO Track 1+. Announced by the
The American College of Physician Advisors (ACPA) has responded to a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) request for recommendations for improvements to the
The recently filed federal whistleblower lawsuit alleging that tens of billions of dollars in improper payments were made to insurers by Medicare Advantage over the
With the Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs) returning and the specter of renewed scrutiny looming just around the corner, retrospective review of short-stay Medicare inpatient claims
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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