In the “Insiders” portion, Paula discusses cloned medical records, which are not as uncommon as they should be. During Episode… Please log in to view this content.
Today Paula shares with the “Insiders” some random auditing thoughts. During Episode 118, Ms Digby addresses a concern about the difference between a “interrupted stay” and a “leave of absence” in the IRF setting. The next questioner is concerned about the use of Z43.0 “Attention to Trach”. Finally, which payers utilize CMGs in their payment […]
Today Heather Bryans shares with the “Insiders” what she’s researched regarding hypertension. During Episode 117, Ms Bryans explains correct reporting of periprosthetic fracture in a patient with osteoporosis, which comes first? The last questioner wonders whether the order for orthotics must include the HCPCS code for that item. Congratulations to Ida for winning the “mugging”! […]
First, Paula Digby shares with the “Insiders” about the process of reporting a suspected issue, including a “story from the road” that may make you cringe. During Episode 115, Ms Digby replies to Anonymous, who wants to know the best way to correct when you realize you’ve been incorrect billing a service. Congratulations to Rebecca […]
Before Episode 114 begins, Paula Digby shares with the “Insiders” about vaccines and how to report them. During the episode, Ms Digby explains why lab values aren’t enough to report specific diagnoses, such as diabetes mellitus. The second query refers to a question from Episode 111 about pressure injury and POA. The final scenario concerns […]
Before Episode 113 begins, Heather Bryans shares with the “Insiders” about autism and how to report the various diagnoses in that category. During the episode, Ms Bryans answers all anonymous questions, beginning with how to utilize Modifier -22 for lysis of adhesions. Another person asks about reporting post-COVID syndrome in ICD-10. The final query is […]
Ms Digby begins the “Insiders” portion by telling of her own experience with a traumatic brain injury. She refers to this resource and discusses aspects of brain injuries. First, we speak to how much documentation is required to report a particular diagnosis as chief complaint, is prescribing medication sufficient? In some practices, several meds are […]