Archive for January 2024
The Imperative Need for Data Governance in Healthcare Compliance Plans
Hospitals are recognizing the indispensable role of data governance within their compliance plans. This proactive approach is not just a regulatory requirement; it’s a strategic imperative that ensures the integrity, accuracy, and security of health data.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Consequences of Healthcare Data Breaches
Healthcare data breaches incur significant consequences. These breaches impact a provider’s finances and reputation, in addition to legal penalties. Here is a summary of Nick Youmans’ analysis for the Journal of AHIMA.
Read MoreAll ICD-10 Updates Ready for April 1: NCHS Releases the 2024 ICD 10 CM Diagnosis Codes
The April 1, 2024, ICD 10 CM diagnosis codes and files were released by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), which includes the updated ICD-10-CM Guidelines and Addenda for the Tabular List and Index.
Read MoreBecome an Expert on CAD ICD 10 Codes with Our Cardiac Procedures Program
Our Refresh With YES: PCS Cardiac Procedures – CABG & PCI comprehensive program is your key to mastering the ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines, tables, and codes for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft), and PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention) procedures.
Read MoreWhat’s the Value of Your Medical Practice? A Comprehensive Guide to Medical Practice Appraisal
Determining the true value of a medical practice is a crucial step in the merger or acquisition process, requiring a meticulous evaluation of various elements. This guide reviews the key components for medical practice appraisal.
Read MoreNavigating the Compliance Landscape: Building an Effective Healthcare Compliance Plan for Hospitals
As hospital decision-makers grapple with the complexities of compliance, the need for a well-crafted plan has never been more crucial. Here are the key elements that hospitals need to consider when crafting a compliance plan that is tailored to their unique operations.
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