Wednesday, May 25, 2022
 

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This month's coding Q&A
Source: Briefings on APCs
Our experts answer questions about CPT coding for thermal ablation, ICD-10-CM documentation for malnutrition, and more.
Director’s desk: Understanding the benefits of palliative care
Source: Case Management Monthly
Palliative care is a phrase that may strike fear and confusion in patients and their family members because it’s commonly associated with hospice. But the true definition of palliative care is specialized support and treatment for people living with a serious illness.
Developing effective clinical validation appeals
Source: HIM Briefings
Clinical validation denials can be complex and difficult to appeal. Improve your process by using these tips to craft a clinical validation appeal.
HIPAA Q&A: Phishing emails, known vulnerabilities, and weak cybersecurity practices
Source: Briefings on HIPAA
Julia Huddleston, CIPP/US, CIPM, CCSFP, answers submitted questions on a variety of HIPAA topics.
 

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During this 60-minute webinar with live Q&A, expert speaker Jerilyn Morrissey, MD, will clear up confusion about the regulations and explain how to determine when the 2-midnight rule applies to Medicare Advantage payers. Morrissey will share tips on process improvements to reduce denials and support compliance.

 

    

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This week in Medicare

This week's Medicare updates include new items added to the OIG Work Plan, an announcement about a redesign of the Medicare.gov website, a revised transmittal regarding changes to certain NCDs, and more!

 
 

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