Some 80% of COVID-19 patients showed lingering signs or symptoms of the virus 14 days or more after the infections, according to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Majority of COVID-19 patients experience lingering symptoms
Source: ACDIS
Some 80% of COVID-19 patients showed lingering signs or symptoms of the virus 14 days or more after the infection, according to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis.
OIG report: Increased Medicare spending on inpatient stays raises upcoding concerns
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
A new report from the Office of Inspector General (OIG) shows that Medicare billing for high-level inpatient stays increased over a six-year period, sparking concerns by the government about upcoding.
 

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HITECH Act amendment offers potential benefit for healthcare organizations
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
In the weeks leading up to his departure from office, former President Donald Trump signed H.R. 7898 into law, amending the HITECH Act to require the Health and Human Services secretary to consider certain recognized security practices of covered entities and business associates when taking enforcement actions.
 

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Q&A: Conducting chargemaster audits
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: What are the recommended primary focus areas when auditing the chargemaster and charges?

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