COVID-19 and America’s Racial Divide
Majority-black counties had infection rates of three times the rate of majority-white counties. Daily COVID-19 data continues to be tough to digest, with everyone
Majority-black counties had infection rates of three times the rate of majority-white counties. Daily COVID-19 data continues to be tough to digest, with everyone
List of factors for front-line professionals to consider keeps evolving. Everyone wants to know how to assess the social determinants of health (SDoH). The healthcare
Poor access to mental healthcare prompts increased behavioral health emergencies and greater costs of care. Rural communities face enough challenges with access to basic medical
The divide between the two populations has consistently widened. Rural communities face an increasing number of challenges that impact their health and wellness. A new
Industry studies highlight large investments, yet ACOs struggle to integrate SdoH. Several major research studies have emphasized the large sums being spent by healthcare organizations
CMS report is based on 2016-2017 data. It’s been two years since the American Hospital Association (AHA) shouted from the rooftops that documentation by any
New white paper addresses behavioral healthcare in the ED and the SDoMH The social determinants of health (SDoH) are on everyone’s watch list, but attention
Report provides a sobering look at human hardships. A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, NPR, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health was
Monitor Monday’s listeners polled for proposed solutions. 2020 began as it ended, with the healthcare industry fixation on every nook and cranny of the social
A list of solutions is based on the recent Forbes Healthcare Summit in New York. “Every December brings lists of top strategies and solutions for
The report is clear about accountability for action by providers. I’ve been focused on the social determinants of health (SDoH) for all of my almost
The saga of increased scrutiny of Medicare Advantage plans continues to unfold. UnitedHealthcare’s SuspensionCMS announced a suspension of one year for the UnitedHealthcare H5322 contract
The 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule brings significant changes to payment rates, coverage, and coding for physician services, impacting practices nationwide. Join Stanley Nachimson, MS., as he provides a comprehensive guide to understanding these updates, offering actionable insights on new Medicare-covered services, revised coding rules, and payment policies effective January 1. Learn how to adapt your practices to maintain compliance, maximize reimbursement, and plan for revenue in 2025. Whether you’re a physician, coder, or financial staff member, this session equips you with the tools to navigate Medicare’s evolving requirements confidently and efficiently.
Dr. Ronald Hirsch provides critical details on the new Medicare Appeal Process for Status Changes for patients whose status changes during their hospital stay. He also delves into other scenarios of hospital patients receiving custodial care or medically unnecessary services where patient notifications may be needed along with the processes necessary to ensure compliance with state and federal guidance.
Healthcare organizations face complex regulatory requirements under the No Surprises Act and Price Transparency rules. These policies mandate extensive fee disclosures across settings, and confusion is widespread—many hospitals remain unaware they must post every contracted rate. Non-compliance could lead to costly penalties, financial loss, and legal risks. Join David M. Glaser Esq. as he shows you how to navigate these regulations effectively.
Protect your facility from unwanted audits! Join Becky Jacobsen, BSN, RN, MBS, CCS-P, CPC, CPEDC, CBCS, CEMC, and take a deep dive into both the CMS and AMA guidelines for reporting post operative pain blocks. You’ll learn how to determine if the nerve block is separately codable with real life examples for better understanding. Becky will also cover how to evaluate whether documentation supports medical necessity, offer recommendations for stronger documentation practices, and provide guidance on educating providers about documentation requirements. She’ll include a discussion of appropriate modifier and diagnosis coding assignment so that you can be confident that your billing of post operative pain blocks is fully supported and compliant.
Prepare your organization for the 2025 OPPS updates with expert insights from Tiffani Bouchard, CCS, CRCR, a Revenue Integrity Professional with over 30 years of experience. This webcast will address critical challenges in charge capture and coding, providing clarity on APC policies, C-APC packaging, exclusions, and payer-specific requirements. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to ensure compliance, optimize reimbursement, and mitigate risks of claim denials. Gain the knowledge needed to implement updates effectively, educate your team, and maintain seamless revenue cycle operations in the face of evolving OPPS complexities.
Join Beth Wolf, MD, CPC, CCDS, for an in-depth webcast on the FY2025 spinal fusion MS-DRG updates. Discover key changes in DRG classification, understand impacts on documentation and CMI, and learn strategies to ensure compliance.
Join Angela Comfort, DBA, MBA, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, CCS-P, as she presents effective strategies to strengthen collaboration between CDI, coding, and quality departments in acute care hospitals. Angela will also share guidance on implementing cross-departmental meetings, using shared KPIs, and engaging leadership to foster a culture of collaboration. Attendees will gain actionable tools to optimize documentation accuracy, elevate quality metrics, and drive a unified approach to healthcare goals, ultimately enhancing both patient outcomes and organizational performance.
Optimize your outpatient clinical documentation and gain comprehensive knowledge from foundational practices to advanced technologies, ensuring improved patient care and organizational and financial success. This webcast bundle provides a holistic approach to outpatient CDI, empowering you to implement best practices from the ground up and leverage advanced strategies for superior results. You will gain actionable insights to improve documentation quality, patient care, compliance, and financial outcomes.
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