Revenue integrity professionals reunited for two days of education at 2022 Revenue Integrity Symposium
Revenue integrity professionals gathered in Phoenix, Arizona, for the long-awaited return of the Revenue Integrity Symposium (RIS), held September 19-20. The event featured two tracks of education on the latest revenue integrity trends and challenges, CMS updates, and thought leadership. Between sessions, attendees caught up with old friends and forged new connections.
The event kicked off on September 19 with Joan Peterson, MS, vice president, master facilitator, and leadership coach at Bluepoint Leadership Development, providing a morning energy boost in the general session “Living and Working With Passion and Purpose.” In her interactive session, Peterson shared tips for reinvigorating your career and striking a balance that incorporates your professional life and goals with your larger personal needs and drives.
With renewed focus and purpose, attendees entered a full day of breakout sessions, tailoring their agenda to best suit their needs. Day 1 featured sessions on the 2023 Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rules, the 2023 Inpatient Prospective Payment System final rule, chargemaster management and maintenance, prior authorization, and more from expert speakers including Sarah L. Goodman, MBA, CHCAF, COC, CHRI, CCP, FCS; Marc Hartstein; Kimberly A. Hoy, JD, CPC; Kay Larsen, CHRI; Valerie A. Rinkle, MPA, CHRI; John D. Settlemyer, MBA, MHA, CPC, CHRI; Jugna Shah, MPH, CHRI; and Angela Lynne Simmons, CPA.
Day 1 wrapped up with a welcome reception where attendees took the opportunity to catch up and relax after a busy day.
Day 2 started off with breakout sessions on commercial payer denials management from Jay Ahlmer, CFA, and Jerilyn Morrissey, MD, and the No Surprises Act from Amy Tepp, CPA. Attendees broadened out their education by picking from sessions covering revenue integrity program management, audit management, the latest coding and billing updates, and more.
Attendees, speakers, and NAHRI staff alike left Phoenix with irreplaceable memories, new and strengthened professional connections, and expert analysis and education that will be critical to navigating the coming year.
Information on 2023 RIS, including the dates and location and call for speakers, will be released in the coming weeks.