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2017 EHR benchmark survey
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
HIM Briefings’ 2017 EHR benchmark survey took a closer look at EHR implementation and use as well as the role of HIM in EHR management, including common challenges and benefits. Respondents shared experiences, discussed the impact of EHRs on data quality and security, and reflected on HIM’s role in ongoing EHR maintenance.
This week in Medicare updates–4/5/2017
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
This week’s Medicare updates include an announcement regarding enforcement discretion on clinical laboratory data reporting; a new OIG resource guide for measuring compliance program effectiveness; a memorandum regarding the final rule adjusting Civil Monetary Penalties for inflation; and more!
78% of physicians more prepared when patients enter EHR notes ahead of appointments
Source: HealthLeaders Media
An OpenNotes study found that letting patients type pre-visit agendas into the electronic health records system before seeing the physician made appointments more efficient and improved communication.
 

Daily Q&A

Q&A: Are new laboratory testing codes valid for reporting?
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: Our laboratory has been running some testing for “proprietary laboratory analyses” for colorectal and ovarian cancer. The codes they gave me are not active, but they said they are the testing codes provided by the manufacturer. The codes are 0002U and 0003U. Are these valid codes to report on a claim?

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Upcoming CMS Events

Thursday 4/6 - Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO: Preparing to Apply for the 2018 Program Year Call
Thursday 4/13 - Open Payments: Prepare to Review Reported Data Call
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
 

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