Coding and Documentation

CMS is moving forward with multiple policies—effectively based on reducing reimbursement to hospitals—that have been deemed unlawful in court, according to the 2020 OPPS final rule, released Friday, November 1.

Q: We are in the middle of changing the hospital methodology for charging cardiac cath procedures within Epic CUPID. What is your hospital’s workflow for charging cardiac cath procedures?

Find your inspiration to stay informed and motived on your revenue integrity journey.

Valerie Rinkle, MPA, CHRI, reviews the Administrative Simplification Act and HIPAA transaction sets.

Take an in-depth look at the 2020 IPPS final rule to ensure your organization is ready for a major revision to the hospital wage index calculation and more.

Learn about the major proposed changes, including far-reaching and complex price transparency requirements.

Review sweeping documentation changes and learn how reimbursement revisions could affect your organization.

Take a look at how reimbursement for commonly reported codes could be affected by the 2020 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.

Align CDI and coding with these expert tips.

Refresh your department's training and education materials with these six tips.