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First Half 2016 Data Shows Coding Trends And Impacts
Source: HIM Briefings
One year following the official implementation of ICD-10, the coding industry is beginning to report valid results regarding accuracy, productivity, and denial trends. While some of these facts and figures are self-reported by HIM directors and anecdotal in nature, other findings are grounded in hard, fast coding performance data.
Medicare Updates: This Week's Regulatory Changes
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
This week’s Medicare updates include the release of the October 2016 Medicare Quarterly Provider Compliance Newsletter; OIG reports on Medicare payments for clinical diagnostic laboratory tests; Reform of Requirements for Long-Term Care Facilities; and more!
Reducing Diagnostic Errors
Source: HealthLeaders Media
A look at how healthcare organizations are working to improve diagnostic accuracy.
 

Daily Q&A

Q&A: Using a Laterality Modifier for a Bronchoscopy
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
Q: Should modifiers for laterality be used for CPT® code 31624 (bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage)?   

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Upcoming CMS Events

Thursday, 10/13 - IMPACT Act: Data Elements and Measure Development Call
Thursday, 10/20 - 2015 Supplemental QRUR Physician Feedback Program Call
 

Product Spotlight

Clarify Coding and Billing Rules for 2017 Pregnancy Diagnoses

The first update to ICD-10-CM contains thousands of changes affecting nearly every chapter, including those for pregnancy conditions. Join expert speaker Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, COBGC, CDIP, as she reviews the updates and the documentation providers will need to include for coders to report these diagnoses.
 

    

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