Author: AHIMA Staff

Source: AHIMA newsletter

Publication Date: February 2017

Monthly newsletter containing practical news for coding, reimbursement, and healthcare compliance

Author: Al-Hablani, Bader

Source: Perspectives in Health Information Management

Publication Date: January 2017

Abstract


Objective: The objective of this study is to discuss and analyze the use of automated SNOMED CT clinical coding in clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) for preventive care. The central question that this study seeks to answer is whether the utilization of SNOMED CT i....

Author: Foley, Dianna

Source: AHIMA newsletter article | CodeWrite

Publication Date: January 2017

The 2017 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) coding will involve a change regarding moderate (conscious) sedation. Under conscious sedation, patients can purposefully respond to verbal commands. Airway or cardiovascular support is not required, and the patient's own breathing is sufficie....

Author: Drake, Suzanne P

Source: AHIMA newsletter article | CodeWrite

Publication Date: January 2017

This "Coding and Quality Measures Brief" will examine the technical specifications and the coding opportunities specific to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Patient Safety Indicator 11 (PSI 11) for Postoperative Respiratory Failure Rate.


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Author: AHIMA Staff

Source: AHIMA newsletter

Publication Date: January 2017

Monthly newsletter containing practical news for coding, reimbursement, and healthcare compliance

Author: DeVault, Kathryn; Easterling, Sharon; Huey, Kim

Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes | Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: January 2017

In the current era of healthcare transformation, the continuing importance of documentation and coding cannot be overstated. With the multitude of acronyms being added to the healthcare vocabulary, one may wonder where documentation and coding fits in. It’s important to remember that....

Author: Clack, Crystal; Freeman, Rae; Lewis, Laquette

Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: January 2017

A cyclone of regulatory requirements for providers has officially touched down in the United States. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA), patient-centered medical home (PCMH), and value-based purchasing (VBP) initiatives are contributing to dramat....

Author: Land, Daniel

Source: Journal of AHIMA

Publication Date: January 2017

A robust knowledge of anatomy and cardiac surgery techniques, a comprehensive understanding of coding guidelines, and an eye for precision are key components of correct ICD-10-PCS cardiac coding.


This article will review ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reportin....

Author: Robinson, Steven

Source: Journal of AHIMA - website

Publication Date: December 29, 2016

Clinical documentation programs’ success is a result of the healthcare team keeping a constant vigil on communication while operationalizing outcomes and instilling provider support. Patient care is largely dependent on accurate communication among the healthcare provider team. In a....

Author: Denton, Debra Beisel; Endicott, Melanie; Ericson, Cheryl E; Love, Tammy R.; McDonald, Lori; Willis, Daphne

Source: AHIMA practice brief

Publication Date: December 2016

One of the more challenging tasks for both coding and clinical documentation improvement (CDI) professionals is clinical validation. This is a relatively new responsibility that has evolved as CDI programs mature and CDI and coding professionals advance their knowledge and collaboration on clin....