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Conquer CPT coding for transcatheter cardiac shunt procedures

Transcatheter arterial septostomy and transcatheter intracardiac shunt procedures are used to treat congenital cardiac diseases that restrict blood flow and atrial communication. Review documentation requirements and CPT coding for these minimally invasive surgeries.

CMS releases additional details in follow-up to No Surprises Act

Source: Case Management Monthly

CMS recently released an interim final rule called Requirements Related to Surprise Billing; Part II, which builds on the No Surprises Act. It aims to prevent patients from shouldering the financial burden related to unexpected out-of-network costs.

Clear up ICD-10-CM reporting for encephalopathy

Source: HIM Briefings

With code updates effective October 1, now is the time to learn more about encephalopathy. Review common forms of encephalopathy and how each should be coded.

Top skills and traits for HIPAA security officers in 2022

Source: Briefings on HIPAA

It’s almost a new year. And for HIPAA security officers, that means it’s time to reflect on the year that was and also look forward to the next 12 months. One way to do that is to sharpen their toolkit of skills and traits.

Note from the instructor: CY 2022 OPPS final rule brings changes to penalties, inpatient-only list, and outpatient clinic payments

Source: Medicare Insider

This week's note from the instructor delves into some of the highlights from the CY 2022 OPPS final rule.

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Tuesday, 12/14 - Town Hall Meeting on the FY 2023 Applications for New Medical Services and Technologies Add-On Payments

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2022 OPPS Final Rule: Implementing the Latest CMS Changes

During this 90-minute webinar, expert speakers Jugna Shah, MPH, CHRI, and Valerie A. Rinkle, MPA, CHRI, will analyze the final rule and break down what these changes mean for hospitals. In addition to offering analysis of CMS’ lengthy annual rule, they will offer providers operational tips to help institute these changes and educate staff ahead of implementation. The presentation will be followed by a live Q&A..

This week in Medicare

This week's Medicare updates include the 2022 Outpatient Prospective Payment System final rule, the 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule, an Omnibus COVID-19 Vaccination interim final rule, and more!

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