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This month's coding Q&A
Source: Briefings on APCs
Our experts answer questions about CPT coding catheterizations for congenital heart defects, the difference between approaches for spinal surgeries, and more.
Complex case: Suspected elder abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic
Source: Case Management Monthly
From the moment Janet, a case manager, assesses Mrs. Brown, she has the feeling in her gut that this patient is experiencing elder abuse.
Outpatient CDI fundamentals: What does risk adjustment look like?
Source: HIM Briefings
Risk adjusted payment methodologies in outpatient settings call for a different CDI approach. Learn how one organization conducts risk adjustment outpatient CDI reviews to support correct coding and documentation.
HIPAA Q&A: HIPAA and COVID-19, Right-of-Access initiative
Source: Briefings on HIPAA
Mary D. Brandt, MBA, RHIA, CHE, CHPS, answers submitted questions on a variety of HIPAA topics.
Note from the instructor: Learning from OIG audits and deploying audit practices
Source: Medicare Insider
This week's note from the instructor discusses how to use OIG audits to help refine internal audit techniques. 
 

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This week's Medicare updates include new additions to the FAQ on Medicare fee-for-service billing during the COVID-19 PHE, updates to the OIG work plan, changes to NCDs, and more!
 
 

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