Trouble viewing? See it online! Tuesday, April 18, 2017

News
Improve pediatric developmental documentation
Source: Justcoding
Providers often document “global developmental delay” in pediatric charts. The phrase is used to describe when a child takes longer to reach certain development milestones than other children the same age, such as walking or talking. Children with conditions such as Down syndrome or cerebral palsy may also have a global developmental delay.
Nutrition support may be falling short due to discharge, coverage flaws
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Does your discharge planning process ensure patients are getting adequate and accurate nutritional support? It might not, according to two new studies presented at the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Clinical Nutrition Week conference. 
Compensation not a primary challenge for nursing recruiters
Source: HealthLeaders Media
Factors such as engagement and leadership development play a larger role in nurse retention, HealthLeaders survey data shows.
 

Daily Q&A
Q&A: Disclosing financial relationships
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: Should hospitals refer patients to postacute care providers with which they have a financial relationship?

Need expert advice?
Email your questions for consideration in the Revenue Cycle Daily Advisor. Note: We do not guarantee that all questions will be answered.
 

Upcoming CMS Events
Wednesday 4/19 - Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO: Completing the 2018 Application Process Call
Tuesday 4/25 - Global Surgery: Required Data Reporting for Post-Operative Care Call
Thursday 4/27 - Emergency Preparedness Requirements Final Rule Training Call
 

Product Spotlight

CDI and Quality-Focused Reviews at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center: A Case Study Approach

In this special extended 3-hour ACDIS Live! webinar, participants will learn how to focus reviews, amend productivity expectations, and educate physicians through the firsthand experiences of Penn State’s program directors and CDI professionals.
 

    

SIGN UP | FORWARD | SPONSOR
 
 

What's New

Medicare Notice Requirements for Hospitals

This white paper outlines the most common hospital notices to help hospitals reduce administrative burden for implementation and coordination.
 
 

Career Center

Post your open positions or find your next career move with the HCPro Career Center.