A Signature Argument
CMS inserted regulatory language in 42 C.F.R. § 410.20(e) indicating that they loosened the signature requirement. Sometimes, the desire to save money by skipping legal review
CMS inserted regulatory language in 42 C.F.R. § 410.20(e) indicating that they loosened the signature requirement. Sometimes, the desire to save money by skipping legal review
Healthcare providers are now required to ensure that workers either are vaccinated or obtained an exemption. Last month, I noted that the U.S. Department of
The prevalence of audits is soaring after the expiration of COVID-related regulatory relaxation. Despite the strain that hospitals and health systems are facing with the
Federal oversight of healthcare is changing, with a greater emphasis on equity and consumer rights. In this first year of the new administration, we saw
All employers with more than 100 employees will have to begin monitoring vaccination status next month, under the new regulations. Starting Dec. 4, all employers
There is one significant change worth noting. Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has continued to update regulations
From LOS to CC 44 and the Pepper Report, important news, and updates. Last week was (thankfully) a boring regulation week. So instead of working
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer’s drug appears to be raising new questions and concerns. The soaring cost of new medications and technologies is not
The most recent CDC guidance on masks is again, just guidance. If you’re like me, you went out this past weekend to Home Depot or
Members of Missouri’s legislature voted to overturn the expansion plan. What happens when a state votes to pass Medicaid expansion? One would think it mean
Impactful legislation is already in play with the interoperability and transparency initiatives. A client asked me last week what the Biden Administration’s agenda for the
The watchdog agency is warning of possible violations of the nation’s vaccination program. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector

Federal auditors are intensifying their focus on inpatient psychiatric facilities, using advanced data analytics to spotlight outliers and pursue high‑dollar repayments. In this high‑impact webcast, Michael Calahan, PA, MBA, Compliance Officer and V.P., Hospital & Physician Compliance, breaks down what regulators are really targeting in IPF-PPS admissions, documentation, treatment and discharge planning. Attendees will learn practical steps to tighten processes, avoid common audit triggers and protect reimbursement and reduce the risk of multimillion-dollar repayment demands.

In this timely session, Stacey Shillito, CDIP, CPMA, CCS, CCS-P, CPEDC, COPC, breaks down the complexities of Medical Decision Making (MDM) documentation so providers can confidently capture the true complexity of their care. Attendees will learn practical, efficient strategies to ensure documentation aligns with current E/M guidelines, supports accurate coding, and reduces audit risk, all without adding to charting time.

Join Ronald Hirsch, MD, FACP, CHCQM for The PEPPER Returns – Risk and Opportunity at Your Fingertips, a practical webcast that demystifies the PEPPER and shows you how to turn complex claims data into actionable insights. Dr. Hirsch will explain how to interpret key measures, identify compliance risks, uncover missed revenue opportunities, and understand new updates in the PEPPER, all to help your organization stay ahead of audits and use this powerful data proactively.

Stay ahead of the 2026-2027 audit surge with “Top 10 Audit Targets for 2026-2027 for Hospitals & Physicians: Protect Your Revenue,” a high-impact webcast led by Michael Calahan, PA, MBA. This concise session gives hospitals and physicians clear insight into the most likely federal audit targets, such as E/M services, split/shared and critical care, observation and admissions, device credits, and Two-Midnight Rule changes, and shows how to tighten documentation, coding, and internal processes to reduce denials, recoupments, and penalties. Attendees walk away with practical best practices to protect revenue, strengthen compliance, and better prepare their teams for inevitable audits.

Gain clarity and confidence in OB‑GYN coding with this expert‑led webcast featuring Sherri L. Clayton, RHIT, CSS. You’ll learn how to apply global maternity package rules accurately, select the right CPT codes for procedures and visits, and identify documentation gaps that lead to denials. With practical guidance and real examples, this session helps you strengthen compliance, reduce audit risk, and ensure accurate reimbursement for women’s health services.

Uncover essential coding insights with nationally recognized coding authority Kay Piper, RHIA, CDIP, CCS. Through ICD10monitor’s interactive, on‑demand webcast series, Kay walks you through the AHA’s 2026 ICD‑10‑CM/PCS Quarterly Coding Clinics, translating each update into practical, easy‑to‑apply guidance designed to sharpen precision, ensure compliance, and strengthen day‑to‑day decision‑making. Available shortly after each official release.

Uncover critical guidance on the ICD-10-CM/PCS code updates. Kay Piper reviews and explains ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines in the AHA’s fourth quarter 2026 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.

Uncover critical guidance on the ICD-10-CM/PCS code updates. Kay Piper reviews and explains ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines in the AHA’s third quarter 2026 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
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