Wednesday, June 2, 2021
 

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Master CPT coding for myringotomies and tympanostomy tube insertions
Source: Briefings on APCs
In the U.S., tympanostomy tube insertion is the most common ambulatory surgery performed on children under 15, according to StatPearls. Debbie Jones, CPC, CCA, reviews common types of ear infections and CPT coding for myringotomies with tympanostomy tube insertion.
Complex case: A schoolteacher's journey with COVID-19
Source: Case Management Monthly
Follow the case of a schoolteacher who tries to balance his work with staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
HIPAA Q&A: Disaster plan requirements, employee phishing disclosures
Source: Briefings on HIPAA
Chris Apgar, CISSP, answers submitted questions on a variety of HIPAA topics.
Note from the instructor: CMS issues 2022 proposed updates for inpatient hospital stays
Source: Medicare Insider
This week's note from the instructor reviews the proposed updates to quality reporting programs that were introduced in the FY 2022 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule.
 

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This week’s Medicare updates include a fact sheet on provider documentation to facilitate collaborative care, an OIG review of CMS payments for end-stage renal disease monthly capitation payments, a new OIG FAQ item on enforcement discretion during the COVID-19 PHE, and more!

 
 

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