At issue is whether to broaden authority for states by revising or eliminating the “guardrails” intended to protect patients and the federal government.
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Infusion pumps vulnerable to hackers
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities in infusion pumps could allow a hacker to gain access and compromise operation, the Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team recently announced.
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“While I have no doubt that CDI specialists can make a very important contribution in the outpatient setting, there is a steep learning curve for all as we begin to implement these outpatient programs and measure their effectiveness.”

— Cathy L. Seluke, RN, BSN, CCDS, ACM, AHIMA-approved ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer, manager of CDI at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta
 

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Stress busters
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
If you’re stressed out, you might be tempted to reach for a glass of wine or a carton of ice cream, but there are more positive ways to manage your stress.
 

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Q&A: Billing therapeutic radiology treatment planning
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: I'm looking for clarification on how to bill for CPT code 77263 (therapeutic radiology treatment planning; complex). Can it be billed with the initial consultulation or should it be billed separately and before the simulation occurs?

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