TruCode Educational Series “HCC Coding Background & M.E.A.T. Criteria Application” by Karen Youmans

TruCode Educational Series “HCC Coding Background & M.E.A.T. Criteria Application” by Karen Youmans

Hierarchical condition category (HCC) coding is a risk-adjustment model that is becoming increasingly prevalent as the environment shifts to value-based payment models. Join us to review the background on HCCs, a comparison between the CMS-HCC and the HHS-HCC models, and application of the M.E.A.T. (Monitor, Evaluate, Assess, Treat) criteria for documentation and coding practices. The HCC Coding & M.E.A.T. Criteria Application” webinar is presented by Karen G. Youmans, MPA, RHIA, CCS, President/CEO, YES HIM Consulting, Inc.

You will receive one AHIMA CEU in Revenue Cycle Management when you attend this webinar.*

Sharpen your understanding of HCC coding.

Topics to be covered include:

• Overview of Hierarchical Condition Category coding and background
• Differences between CMS-HCC vs. HHS-HCC
• Deep dive on CMS-HCC (examples, hierarchy, insights)
• Discussion of M.E.A.T. criteria: how to apply it for documentation and coding practices
• Resources on HCCs

*This program has been approved for one continuing education unit for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.