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Analyze 2023 CPT updates for respiratory and nervous system procedures

The 2023 CPT code update introduced an option for reporting nasal valve collapse repairs, as well as revisions to certain injection codes to include imaging guidance.

How to select the right principal diagnosis

Source: HIM Briefings

Determining the principal diagnosis is a basic function of CDI review and critical to prioritizing subsequent reviews, but it often requires careful consideration and interpretation of regulatory guidance as well as collaboration with coding professionals. Use these tips to ensure your CDI and coding teams are on the same page.

Retain key staff members with two simple strategies

Source: Case Management Monthly

Healthcare workers are fried, according to a survey recently published by JAMA Health Forum. Use these strategies to reduce staff burnout levels.

HIPAA compliance tips to start the year strong

Source: Briefings on HIPAA

When it comes to HIPAA compliance, there’s always something new to learn. In 2022, Paubox, a security provider, reported more than 3 million people were affected by breaches involving electronic medical records.

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Call for speakers: 2023 Revenue Integrity Symposium

Revenue integrity experts, we want to hear from you. The National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity (NAHRI) is currently seeking speakers for the 2023 Revenue Integrity Symposium, to be held September 18–19, 2023, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Click here to learn more about how to participate.

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Solve NCCI Edits and MUEs

During this 60-minute webinar, Denise Williams, COC, CHRI, will review the latest updates to the NCCI narrative manual instructions, as well as specific edits organizations see on a regular basis. She will discuss strategies for managing edits, avoiding denials, and solving common edit challenges. The presentation will be followed by a live Q&A.

This week in Medicare

This week’s Medicare updates include the April quarterly update to the ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines, a correction notice for the 2023 OPPS final rule, an updated list of lab tests subject to exceptions from the lab date of service policy, and more!

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