The president’s State of the Union address adds a sense of urgency to this crisis in America’s healthcare system. Coming off another week working inside
Action without strategy is aimless, strategy without action is powerless. EDITOR’S NOTE: This piece originally appeared in Health Affairs on May 6, 2021. This article
SDoH service is now ranked number one by KLAS Research. These are some of the latest updates regarding the social determinants of health (SDoH), and
The Quintuple Aim requires a dedicated practice to evaluate marginalized populations when considering how healthcare is delivered. American healthcare has been marked by an evolution
The HHS Secretary and the President both issued statements pledging to do more for communities of color. “Of all the forms of inequality,” Dr. Martin
Financial strain from COVID-19 has been a major headache for every healthcare organization, although safety-net hospitals have shouldered excessive financial burden. New reports reveal how
Funding is imperative to address the emerging focus on health disparities. On Jan. 11, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) posted a significant funding opportunity
A five-year study looking at 7,900 home health agencies revealed interesting disparities. The Journal of Rural Health published a recent article by the New York
Audit and regulatory challenges that were ever-present in years past only seem primed to increase over the new year. The long-awaited implementation of the Inpatient
Annual overdose deaths are creeping toward and beyond six figures. Rising opioid-related emergency department visits, overdoses, and deaths: this issue has re-emerged with a vengeance
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
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!
Vaccine policies, billing rules, and compliance risks are changing fast! How will your organization adapt? Join John K. Hall, MD, JD, MBA, FCLM, FRCPC, for a critical Q&A on navigating new Medicare mandates, coding updates, and legal challenges in vaccination programs. Get expert answers on billing, compliance, outbreak risks, and operational strategies to protect your facility and patients. . Join us live and bring your questions to the table.
Stop revenue leakage and boost hospital performance by mastering risk adjustment and HCCs. This essential webcast with expert Cheryl Ericson, RN, MS, CCDS, CDIP, will reveal how inaccurate patient acuity documentation leads to lost reimbursements through penalties from poor quality scores. Learn the critical differences between HCCs and traditional CCs/MCCs, adapt your CDI workflows, and ensure accurate payments in Medicare Advantage and value-based care models. Perfect for HIM leaders, coders, and CDI professionals. Don’t miss this chance to protect your hospital’s revenue and reputation!
Struggling with ICD-10-CM coding for diabetes and complications? This expert-led webcast clarifies complex combination codes, documentation gaps, and sequencing rules to reduce denials and ensure compliance. Dr. Angela Comfort will provide actionable strategies to accurately link diabetes to complications, improve provider documentation, and optimize reimbursement—helping coders, CDI specialists, and HIM leaders minimize audit risks and strengthen revenue integrity. Don’t miss this chance to master diabetes coding with real-world case studies, key takeaways, and live Q&A!
Uncover critical guidance. HIM coding expert, Kay Piper, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, provides an interactive review on important information in each of the AHA’s 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Quarterly Coding Clinics in easy-to-access on-demand webcasts, available shortly after each official publication.
Uncover critical guidance. Kay Piper provides an interactive review on coding guidelines and more in the AHA’s fourth quarter 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
Copyright © 2025 RACmonitor. Powered by MedLearn Media.
CYBER WEEK IS HERE! Don’t miss your chance to get 20% off now until Dec. 2 with code CYBER24
