Compliance is more than just abiding by coding guidelines and payer policy. Coding professionals must become familiar with ethical standards and federal regulations to avoid facing denials or federal penalties.
Health spending growth in August was only 4.3% higher than one year earlier, and observers say the relatively slow pace is in response to a leveling-off in insurance coverage.
Q: If a ransomware attack occurs and it encrypts our EHR, is that a reportable breach?
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The role of case management in healthcare settings is continuously evolving to meet the needs of patients and manage the quality, financial, and legal risks health systems and accountable care organizations (ACO) face. This book explains the differences between case management and social work and the ways case management functions have evolved over time.
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