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OCR warns of APT actors exploiting COVID-19 pandemic
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a release May 6 to warn of advanced persistent threat (APT) groups using the COVID-19 pandemic to target healthcare organizations and other essential services.
How to use telehealth in cancer care during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond
Source: HealthLeaders Media
For cancer patients, telemedicine is appropriate for many consultations and follow-up visits.
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Revenue Cycle Advisor Subscriber Content

Modifier -22: Recognize and report unusually difficult procedures
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Modifier -22 indicates that the procedural work performed by the provider or surgeon was substantially greater than what is typically required. The application of this modifier allows providers to receive additional reimbursement for a procedural service that was especially challenging, time-consuming, or unusual.
 

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Q&A: CDI career ladders
Source: ACDIS
Q: I am working on developing a career ladder for the CDI team at my organization. Could you provide any input or possible model examples?

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