The proposals would remove the codes which apply to SIRS with and without acute organ dysfunction, and severe sepsis with and without shock. A new code would be added for septic shock.
Within the first hour at my desk one recent morning, I had three inquiries from seasoned CCDS holders who wanted to know how to earn continuing education units (CEU) for their recertification.
The ACDIS website has documentation that explains what CEUs you can submit for recertification. You can download the list by clicking here, but in today's note, I've outlined a few of the highlights to help you get started in the recertification process.
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