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Measuring the benefits of outpatient CDI programs
Source: Briefings on APCs
Every organization’s priorities will differ, but any outpatient CDI program must determine how to measure the improvement associated with its efforts. Outpatient CDI will directly contribute to the facility’s overall quality performance and risk adjustment models.
American Rescue Plan extension aimed at increasing Medicaid access to home health services
Source: Case Management Monthly
The federal government has prioritized giving more patients the ability to get healthcare in their homes. In pursuit of this goal, it recently granted an extension that will allow states more time to use American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds to provide additional long-term services and support to beneficiaries.
Tackle sepsis documentation challenges
Source: HIM Briefings
Coding a chart with a sepsis diagnosis requires careful attention to detail. Use this tips to review sepsis documentation, ICD-10-CM coding requirements, and quality measures for public reporting.
Digging into recognized security practices, per HIPAA
Source: Briefings on HIPAA
The growing number of cybersecurity threats is a significant concern, driving the need for enhanced safeguards of electronic protected health information, according to the Office for Civil Rights.
 

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