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News
This month's coding Q&A
Source: JustCoding
Our experts answer questions about inpatient coding audits, the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice, and more!
CMS report reveals gender disparities in care quality
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Two of the most significant healthcare gender disparities are related to follow-up care and alcohol/drug treatment, according to Gender Disparities In Health Care in Medicare Advantage, a report released by the CMS Office of Minority Health in April based on 2015 data.
Providers experimenting with value-based payment models
Source: HealthLeaders Media
Citing improved outcomes and lower costs, healthcare leaders slightly favor fee-for-service over bundled payment models.
 

Daily Q&A
Q&A: Reporting bedside procedures
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: What are some possible reasons a facility may consider making a change in reporting bedside procedures?  

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Email your questions for consideration in the Revenue Cycle Daily Advisor. Note: We do not guarantee that all questions will be answered.
 

Upcoming CMS Events
Wednesday 6/7 - CMS HCPCS Public Meetings for DME and Accessories; O&P; Supplies and Other
Thursday 6/8 - CMS HCPCS Public Meetings for DME and Accessories; O&P; Supplies and Other
Thursday 6/15 - National Partnership to Improve Dementia Care and QAPI Call
Wednesday 6/28 - CLIA Certificate of Provider-performed Microscopy Webcast
 

Product Spotlight

JustCoding’s Virtual Workshop: Injections and Infusions

Drug administration is one of the most commonly performed procedures in outpatient departments, but many coders, billers, and clinicians still have unresolved questions about following the hierarchy or knowing which details are necessary to include in documentation. Train your entire team on proper coding in JustCoding’s interactive virtual workshop.
 

    

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Advancing CDI Programs to the Next Level

How do you expand a CDI program to meet ever-increasing demands? This free presentation will help you answer these questions and more.
 
 

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