There’s no gentle way to say it: when your healthcare facility is facing insolvency, it feels like the house is on fire – and the
I am sure by now that many of you have heard the news that there is an ongoing criminal investigation into UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage (MA)
A new wave of Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs) and Unified Program Integrity Contractors (UPICs) have swept across the nation, empowered to root out fraud in
Let me open by saying I am so happy to be here. For those of you who watched the live version of last week’s Monitor
The government lies. And now I have testimony proof. I know I have discussed my North Carolina administrative grievance regarding the dentists, oral surgeons, and
At this point we probably shouldn’t be surprised by the Roberts Supreme Court’s willingness to eviscerate precedent in the name of strict textualism. On the
Last week I discussed the new-to-me terminology of “the patient-directed discharge.” Well, this week my new term is “administrative harm,” which was highlighted in an
Healthcare providers are starting to see the first claim audits based on analysis and determinations made by artificial intelligence (AI). Although the technology is new,
It has been almost four years since the world shut down due to COVID-19. Life has been divided into “before COVID” and “after COVID.” Before
As we have done for the past few weeks now, we start with news about Medicare Advantage (MA). Last week, the Centers for Medicare &
Well, we are only three weeks into the year, so three weeks into the applicability of the Two-Midnight Rule to Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, but
Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) audits were first introduced in 2005, peaked around 2010, and experienced a slowdown during COVID-19. In 2006, Congress authorized the Centers
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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