Coding experts agree that ASCs should conduct regular audits of their coding processes to ensure the ASC is not upcoding, a possible fraud issue, or downcoding, leading to a loss of owed reimbursement ...

Current changes related to electronic health records, computer-assisted coding and ICD-10 provide an opportunity for healthcare leaders to improve coding workflows, according to an article published ...

In part one, we left off with the dictation and transcription of the operative note and its importance in filing an accurate claim. Part two begins with using the operative note to determine the fees ...

What separates a successful coding project from one that spirals into chaos? It’s not just technical skill or a great idea—it’s planning. Imagine diving into a project with no clear direction, only to ...

When is the last time your hospital, health system or organization looked at codes and clinical documentation to ensure everything was compliant with law and best practices? If revenue cycle teams are ...