The 2023 OPPS proposed rule is out, and it includes some minor changes to the inpatient-only list and a proposal for a new type of hospital.
Wednesday, September 7, 2022

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Review new and revised 2023 CPT code descriptors
Source: Briefings on APCs
Coding professionals can get an early start to 2023 by reviewing CPT codes that will be added, revised, and deleted next year. Analysis of the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule reveals changes to 10 chapters in the CPT Manual, in addition to the revisions to the E/M chapter.
Developing organization-specific sepsis definition and guidelines
Source: HIM Briefings
Sepsis is tricky to define, but permitting multiple definitions to be applied at a single facility creates confusion and inconsistency. Apply these tips to guide the process of creating a sepsis definition for your organization.
Understanding the 2023 OPPS proposed rule for case managers
Source: Case Management Monthly
The 2023 OPPS proposed rule is out, and it includes some minor changes to the inpatient-only list and a proposal for a new type of hospital. CMS will now host a public comment period through September 13 before finalizing the rule in early November.
Lessons learned from 11 right of access violations
Source: Briefings on HIPAA
Covered entities and business associates still have trouble getting patients their medical records in a timely fashion.
 

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