Thursday, September 14, 2017

News

Get acquainted with 2018 ICD-10-CM codes, documentation requirements
Source: JustCoding
With weeks remaining before the 2018 ICD-10-CM codes are implemented, it is important to review new codes—including myocardial infarction and ophthalmology codes--as well as changes to the coding guidelines and documentation requirements. Note: To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Feedback floods in on CMS’ proposed Physician Fee Schedule
Source: HealthLeaders Media
MGMA, AMGA, and ACP comments urge reduction of administrative burden for providers treating Medicare beneficiaries in 2018.
Take the JustCoding salary survey
Have you wondered if you are being compensated fairly for your work and job level? Do you believe your pay is commensurate with your credentials? JustCoding’s salary survey will allow you to see how you stack up with peers nationwide. It takes 5-10 minutes to complete the survey. A lucky winner will be randomly chosen to receive a free HCPro on-demand webinar of his or her choosing.
 

Revenue Cycle Advisor Subscriber Content

Note from the instructor: Paying attention to new technology add-on payments for FY2018
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
This week's note looks at how to accurately calculate new technology add-on payment charges and ensure your facility is appropriately reimbursed for them.
 

Daily Q&A

Q&A: Storing patient photos for identification
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: Can a photo of a patient be stored in the EMR? If so, would the photo be considered protected health information?

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

Tuesday 9/19 - Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program Billing Rules Call
Wednesday 9/20 - Reporting Hospice Quality Data: Tips For Compliance Call
Tuesday 9/26 - PQRS: Feedback Reports and Informal Review Process for PY 2016 Results Call
Thursday 9/28 - Physician Compare Call
 

Product Spotlight

Provider-Based Entities: A Guide to Regulatory and Billing Compliance

This book is a comprehensive guide to provider-based departments, including qualifying under CMS’ designation, unique billing and coding rules, and the business decisions behind owning or acquiring a provider-based clinic.

 

    

SIGN UP | FORWARD | SPONSOR

 
 

What's New

Revenue Cycle Advisor Encyclopedia

Check out the latest terms in the RCA Encyclopedia, including preadmission and Bundled Payment for Care Improvement.

 
 

Career Center

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