The CDC has posted the FY 2020 ICD-CM final code changes, and there were no changes to the proposed list of 273 new, 30 revised and 21 invalidated codes that were released in the proposed inpatient hospital prospective payment system rule, April 23.Read More »
Officials say the move will result in lower healthcare costs by unleashing competition. Some industry stakeholders are disputing that claim.Read More »
As part of its Patients Over Paperwork initiative, CMS is collecting public input on ways to reduce unnecessary administrative and regulatory burden.Read More »
NAHRI is conducting its second annual Revenue Integrity Salary Survey and we want to hear from you. Don’t miss your opportunity to weigh in and gain valuable information for your career and department.Read More »
The Revenue Integrity Symposium is filled with so much information that applies to all levels of revenue integrity from those of us in the trenches to management. This year’s symposium will be held October 15–16 in Orlando. It will be my third year...Read More »
Q: My team is asking me if we should combine pre-admission testing (PAT) visits with the surgery bill. I'm thinking no because some of the PAT services are not routine for the surgery. However, isn't there a rule about services that can't be billed separately prior to surgery?Read More »
It can be tricky to attend the 2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium if you want or need your organization’s approval. We've helped you craft a perfect pitch and demonstrate a clear return on investment in this justification letter proposal.Read More »
