Our experts answer questions about CPT/HCPCS codes for reporting obesity counseling, HCPCS reporting for social determinants of health assessments, and more.
Terry Tropin, MSHAI, RHIA, CCS-P , explores the 2024 ICD-10-PCS updates that will become effective April 1. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
TaraJo Vaught, MSN, RN, CCDS , shines a light on the crucial roles played by coding and CDI specialists, compares their respective realms, and offers insights for transitioning between them.
Although every professional may be different, there are a few tricks of the trade to building the right garden and letting your CDI department show off some of that natural talent.
A recent study has suggested that COVID-19 patients who have a history of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at an increased risk of sepsis, shock, and acute kidney injury.
Q: How should we report services with modifier -50 (bilateral procedure) for physician claims when a private payer’s instructions contradict our Medicare administrative contractor (MAC)?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has burst on the scene with numerous clinical and coding applications for providers. This article looks at how the technology can be used and where human oversight is still required.
A JAMA study published in January found that patients with the highest risk for severe COVID-19 infection received outpatient therapy less often than those with the least risk.
