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Planning Ahead for 2017 and Beyond
Author: Martin, Melissa
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2016
Since I am halfway through my term as AHIMA’s President, I wanted to take some time this month to reflect on the work AHIMA’s Board of Directors has done thus far.
We hit the ground running in January at our first board meeting of the year, where we discussed our 2016 quar....
Convention Will Showcase HIM's Evolution
Author: Martin, Melissa
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 2016
October is upon us, and with that comes our annual AHIMA Convention and Exhibit. This is a time when we are inspired to learn about the most transformative topics in health information management (HIM) as well as the healthcare industry.
Over this past year we have seen our....
Redefining HIM for a Quickly Changing Healthcare Industry
Author: Martin, Melissa
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2016
At West Virginia University Medicine, we have eight hospitals, three institutes, and more than 800 physicians and specialists all moving onto a common electronic health record (EHR) over the course of 18 to 24 months. As part of this process, my role has changed to the associate vice pres....
From 'Confidentiality Police' to 'Privacy Officer'
Author: Martin, Melissa
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2016
Privacy and security has been one of the most interesting aspects of my job. I often tell folks the role of privacy comes very easily to HIM professionals because we were the “Confidentiality Police” long before the title “Privacy Officer” was widely accepted. Prior to HIPAA, HIM professi....
Navigating the Waters of HIPAA Regulations and Resources: the Basics
Author: Marting, Richelle; DeMasters, Dana
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 2017
Despite its codification under the administrative simplification provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), those responsible for compliance often agree HIPAA is anything but administratively simple. Even the plethora of resources offering HIPAA guidance....
MS-DRG Journey: How One Hospital Joined together to Successfully Implement MS-DRGs
Author: Martin, Ginny
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: April 2008
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) surprised the coding world last year when it changed its 22-year-old reimbursement system to the severity-adjusted MS-DRG system. HIM departments anticipated the system would have a significant impact on operations—increasing demands f....
Consumer Health Informatics: The Medical Librarian's Role
Author: Martin, Elaine Russo
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 1998
Growing consumer interest in health-related information has created a need for professionals to manage, provide, and interpret such material. In preparing for the new demands of the market, HIM professionals can learn from the example of medical librarians, who are already ....
Understanding Release of Information in Long-Term Care Facilities
Author: Marsh, Carmilla
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: February 2002
Release of information is a perennial challenge for HIM professionals in all care settings. However, long-term care offers some special challenges, especially in the light of the HIPAA privacy rule published in December 2000 (with a compliance date of April 2003). This article reviews the basi....
The Standards Value Chain: Where Health IT Standards Come From
Author: Marshall, Glen F
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 2009
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act contains clear requirements for actively using healthcare IT standards. But where do standards come from? And how can IT implementers and users contribute to the st....
MACRA Strategies for 2017: Advantages and Disadvantages of Four Options
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA - website
Publication Date: November 07, 2016
While the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) Final Rule was released nearly three weeks ago, many providers and health information management professionals are still analyzing the 2,200-plus pages to diagnose just what it says and how it impacts healthcare. While the fina....
How MACRA Changes HIM
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2017
The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) is widely viewed as one of the most significant and complex changes to Part B Medicare reimbursement in several decades. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) created the Quality Payment Program (QPP) that incl....
Embrace the MIPS Additional Payment Adjustment for Exceptional Performance
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2017
Many healthcare practices are assessing their return on investment for engaging resources designed to improve performance under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) program. One area of MIPS, the additional positive payment....
MACRA Strategies for 2018 and 2019 (Update)
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: February 2018
By Michael Marron-Stearns, MD, CPC, CFPC
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in February 2018 and was updated on October 24, 2018 to present the latest information on MACRA.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Qu....
MACRA, MIPS, and Advanced APMs: Time to Prepare
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA - website
Publication Date: June 02, 2016
On April 27, 2016, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule titled “Medicare Program; Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and Alternative Payment Model (APM) Incentive under the Physician Fee Schedule, and Criteria for Physician-Focused Payment....
MACRA 2019 Update: What to Know
Author: Marron-Stearns, Michael
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: February 2019
By Michael Marron-Stearns, MD, CPC, CFPC
On November 1, 2018, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.1 This document includes policy information for the third performance year of the CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP).....
Enhancing Your Career Through Self-Assessment
Author: Marienau, Catherine; Fiddler, Morry
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 1997
Career development includes various elements, such as capitalizing on preferences, gaining competencies, deepening knowledge, pursuing opportunities, and exercising patience -- all of which lead to experiences that can form a wellspring for advancing careers and professional identity. If we d....
Information Infrastructure Promises Better Healthcare, Lower Costs
Author: Marchibroda, Janet; Gerber, Ticia
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 2003
What forces have propelled the need for a national health information infrastructure (NHII) into the spotlight? In the article, take a closer look at the origins of the NHII, the benefits it will yield, and the initiatives providing the strongest support.
The healthcare system in the US h....
What the Data Say About HIM Professional Trends
Author: Marc, David; Robertson, Janet; Gordon, Leslie; Green-Lawson, Zakevia D; Gibbs, David; Dover, Kayce; Dougherty, Michelle
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2017
In 2015 a workforce study was conducted using a survey instrument to define how health information management (HIM) is shifting to meet future needs and what knowledge, skills, education, and credentials will be necessary to perform successfully as an HIM practitioner.1 This study discover....
Taking the Lead in Compliance Education
Author: Manning, Susan C.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2000
Voluntarily developed and implemented compliance programs for the healthcare industry are the continual goal of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services. The OIG recognizes that when a healthcare provider establishes an effective compliance plan....
Configuring Compliance: A Professional Fit
Author: Manning, Susan C.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 1998
The development and implementation of compliance programs offer HIM professionals perfect opportunities to provide leadership and expertise. HIM professionals should be involved in these processes because the documentation of patient services is an essential part of the investigation and enfo....
Coding Compliance Tips for Hospital Outpatient Observation Services
Author: Manning, Susan C.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 1999
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) continues in its efforts to promote voluntarily developed and implemented compliance programs for the healthcare industry. Fundamentally, compliance efforts must be designed to establish a culture th....
Tapping HIM Expertise for Physician Practice EHRs
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: August 2008
Managing patient records has become more complex for medical practices. Electronic health records, quality reporting, and coding and documentation compliance all affect how a practice manages its patient information.
While improved information holds great promise for patient c....
Hill Day Talking Points: Members Make Their Voices Heard on HIM Issues
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2008
In early April, 170 HIM professionals gathered in Washington, DC, for AHIMA’s annual Capitol Hill Day, a wonderful opportunity to interact with elected officials and discuss key legislative issues.
For those who did not have the opportunity to participate this year, here are sa....
Spreading the PHR Message: New Campaign Highlights the Role of PHRs and HIM Professionals in Healthcare
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2008
By now I hope everyone has heard or seen an “It’s HI Time America” radio spot or public service announcement. This FORE-sponsored public service campaign was launched January 28 and will continue rolling out across the country throughout the first half of 2008.
The....
Contributing to the EHR Movement: HIM Offers Important Expertise to IT Implementations
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: February 2008
We have heard EHR experts encourage HIM professionals to “get a seat at the table.” No one can argue that HIM expertise benefits discussions on implementing a new imaging system, defining the legal electronic record, or starting a health information exchange. But exactly how can we....
Getting Engaged for Life
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2008
With 2008 drawing to a close, and with it the end of my term as AHIMA president, I want to reflect on what it means to be really engaged in one’s profession. Each of us has busy and fulfilling professional lives. We give 100 percent to our employers each and every day, and our....
Applying Business Lessons to HIM
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2008
I recently had the privilege of hearing retired UPS chairman and CEO Michael Eskew speak at a chamber of commerce dinner in my hometown of Vincennes, IN. A native of Vincennes, Eskew graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering and completed the Adv....
Advancing Quality Care in 2008
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 2008
Several speakers at AHIMA’s 79th Convention and Exhibit this past October gave me cause to reflect on the HIM professional’s role in the year ahead. Robert Kolodner, MD, head of the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, asked the audience to &ldq....
Year of Milestones
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 2008
We have much to celebrate as 2008 begins to wind down. AHIMA has achieved several milestones.
First and foremost, this year marks AHIMA’s 80th anniversary. The association’s mission is as relevant today as it was eight decades ago: advancing the vision of quality health i....
Looking to 2009 and Beyond: Board of Directors Plans for the Association’s Future
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2008
This January, AHIMA’s Board of Directors, along with representatives from the FORE Board, held a strategic work session to explore the meaning and relevance of AHIMA’s mission, vision, key priorities, and strategies.
We looked at “drivers of change” and discu....
Setting the HIM Course: Team Talks Meetings Guide the Future of the Profession and the Association
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2008
An important focus for AHIMA’s Board of Directors is setting the future course for the association. In the spring, we engaged members in this important work at Team Talks.
This year’s Team Talks participants discussed four important drivers of change that must be a focus....
Getting What You Give: Volunteers Give Value to Their Associations, Get Value for Their Organizations
Author: Mangin, Wendy L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2008
When you work at a community hospital with 240 beds, you quickly learn who the go-to people are who can help your department reach its goals. For me, this person is Chuck Christian, director of information systems at Good Samaritan Hospital.
Over the years, Chuck and I have worked on....
Reengineering the Professional Practice Experience: With Participation Declining, One HIM Program Decided to Revamp its PPE Offering
Author: Manger, Barbara J.; Kirk, Kathleen M
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: August 2013
Educators are facing challenging times in placing students in professional practice experience sites (PPE). These challenges are brought on by changes in the health industry work settings and demands, as well as the change in student demographics and personal commitments. Faculty in the he....
Plenty to Learn, but Plenty of Guidance, Too
Author: Manger, Barbara J.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2003
Climbing the career ladder is a sign of success. Many new HIM professionals begin their employment on one of the bottom rungs in a non-supervisory position while attending school or immediately after graduation. These positions give new graduates an advantage when a supervisory position in the....
Ten Skills That Make a Great Leader
Author: Mancilla, Desla; Guyton-Ringbloom, Carolyn; Dougherty, Michelle
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2015
Jobs in the health information management (HIM) profession are becoming increasingly advanced in the need for both technical expertise and leadership skills. This shift is particularly important to recognize as HIM professionals navigate new career opportunities and changes ahead. Strong l....
Staffing to Volume in Integrated Delivery Networks
Author: Malone, Sue M.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 1997
Reducing Outpatient Billed as Inpatient Errors
Author: Malone, Sue M.
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: February 2008
From 2006 to 2007, the Colorado Foundation for Medical Care (CFMC), the quality improvement organization (QIO) for Colorado, led a project to reduce the outpatient billed as inpatient billing error rate in five area hospitals. This article discusses the findings from the project, as well as be....
New Approach to Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia
Author: Malone, Sue M.
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: March 2009
Coders often believe that jaundice in newborns is expected, minor, and not of much concern. In general, they tend to add the unspecified fetal and neonatal jaundice code 774.6, when they code it at all. Additionally, documentation of hyperbilirubinemia is not always accurate. This article advo....
Transcription Vendors: How to Make Them Your Closest Allies
Author: Malone, Molly
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2003
One of the most challenging aspects of a transcription program can be working with vendors. In the final installment of the Journals four-part series on transcription, learn how to lay the foundation for a strong, enduring relationship with your transcription vendor.
In the first in....
Sign of the Changing Times: CPT 1999
Author: Mallett, Sherri; Smith, Gail I.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 1999
This year brought with it 686 changes to CPT. While this is a moderate number in comparison to previous years, several of the changes have significant impact on code assignment. The purpose of this article is to highlight some of the areas of significant change. (See "1999 CPT Revisions" in t....
RHIOs and the Value Proposition: Value Is in the Eye of the Beholder
Author: Malepati, Sarath; Kushner, Kathryn; Lee, Jason S.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2007
The key to fostering successful data-sharing networks is understanding the benefits and costs from each participant’s perspective.
Creating regional health data exchange networks is not easy, and organizations want to know the benefits before they get involved. Unders....
75 Years of HIM Education: Remembering Our Legacy, Celebrating Our Future
Author: Maki, Shirley Eichenwald
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2009
Seventy-five years ago—in 1934—the first Masters golf championship was played in Augusta, GA; the first Donald Duck cartoon was released (“The Wise Little Hen”); the first x-ray photo of the entire body was performed in Rochester, NY; and Sister Patricia Thibadeau recei....
Telemedicine: Bridging Gaps in Healthcare Delivery
Author: Majerowicz, Anita; Tracy, Susan
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: May 2010
Traditionally, healthcare has been provided in the physician’s office, hospital, or outpatient clinic. Patient care has been based primarily on face-to-face contact, with the exchange of information via conversation.
However, technology is changing how and where care is delivered. M....
2009 CPT Coding Update
Author: Majerowicz, Anita
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: February 2009
Changes to CPT codes for 2009 include 293 additions, 133 revisions, and 92 deletions. This article highlights some of the more notable changes; a comprehensive list can be found in appendix B of the 2009 CPT code manual. The changes took effect January 1.
E/M Codes
Nu....
Developing an ICD-10-CM/PCS Coder Training Strategy
Author: Majerowicz, Anita
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: April 2011
Although the ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation deadline is two and a half years away, it is not too early to begin planning coder training. Solid training plans will ensure a smooth transition and minimize the transition's impact on productivity. A well-planned training strategy will ensure that co....
Quality Queries for Quality ICD-10-PCS Codes
Author: Maimone, Carol
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2016
Physician queries have historically been an effective communication tool used by health information management (HIM) coding professionals to clarify documentation in the health record for accurate code assignment. The goal for any coding professional is to have all final coded diagnoses an....
Calendar Year 2015 OPPS Update
Author: Maimone, Carol
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2015
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a final rule providing required adjustments to the Medicare hospital outpatient prospective payment system (OPPS) and the Medicare ambulatory surgical center (ASC) payment system for calendar year (CY) 2015 on October 31, 2014.....
Trouble with DRGs
Author: Mahoney, Robert J.
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: February 2005
A major frustration among coding professionals, particularly in the inpatient setting, is the difficulty in translating physician documentation into diagnostic related group (DRG) data. Some hospitals have attempted to improve their coding effectiveness by establishing time-consuming physician....
Trouble with DRGs: Part 2
Author: Mahoney, Robert J.
Source: Journal of AHIMA - Coding Notes
Publication Date: March 2005
Last issue’s article presented some ways that DRG criteria redefine well-established clinical entities such as respiratory failure and sepsis. This article will discuss two other incompatibilities between DRG criteria and clinical practice: the clinical distinctions required by the DRG s....
Software Development: From Conception to Implementation
Author: Mahoney, Mary Ellen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 2003
How can a software development company make sure its HIM products meet the needs of its users? By using HIM professionals to design, test, market, implement, and support those products. At Cerner Corporation, experienced HIM professionals play a role in every step of the software development p....
Document Imaging and Workflow Technology in Healthcare Today [graphics]
Author: Mahoney, Mary Ellen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 1997
Document imaging and workflow systems: vendor benchmark data
Document Imaging and Workflow Technology in Healthcare Today
Author: Mahoney, Mary Ellen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 1997
What Is Document Imaging Technology?
Document imaging systems (DIS) are information systems that typically capture information stored on paper documents and provide immediate, simultaneous access to the information contained in the patient or business record. Data stored on paper document....
Coders Today: Where They Work, What They Earn: Work Force Study Finds Credentials Influence Setting, Salary
Author: MacKenzie, Scott
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2003
Coders are enjoying a growing importance in the healthcare industry, thanks to increased demand for services and increasingly complex regulations. AHIMAs own work force research finds a healthy job market and salaries shaped by credentials and education. Learn more about your coding pee....
Better Coding through Improved Documentation: Strategies for the Current Environment
Author: MacDonald, Ellen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 1999
Now more than ever, HIM professionals must ensure that documentation of health information is thorough, clear, and accurate. Here are some strategies to solve problems and improve processes.
Health information managers and coding professionals have always played a vital role in adv....
CY 2019 CPT Code Update
Author: Maccariella-Hafey, Patricia C
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2019
By Patricia Maccariella-Hafey, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, CCS-P, CIRCC
Calendar year (CY) 2019 brings robust changes to the CPT code set with 212 new codes, 73 deleted codes, and 50 revised codes. That puts the total number of CPT codes at an all-time high of 10,294. This article will highl....
Transforming the HIM Milieu for the Digital Age
Author: Luthi-Terry, Stephanie
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 2013
Healthcare system Allina Health is leveraging their groundbreaking electronic health record system to revamp the health information management (HIM) department and its various functions. The goal is to make HIM more effective and efficient in the digital age, which they are accomplishing i....
HIM Using mHealth to Teach Patients Why and How to Access Health Records
Author: Lusk, Katherine; Manahan, Jennifer
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2017
THERE ARE SEVEN billion people in the world, with more than three billion using the Internet. And of the North American population of 565 million, 320 million are using the Internet. There are also 6.8 billion cellphone subscriptions across the world, with two-thirds of Americans owning a....
Information Governance Case Study #10: Workforce Education
Author: Lusk, Katherine; Hermann, Michelle; Meehan, Ann M.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2017
Editor’s Note: This article is the tenth installment in an ongoing series highlighting information governance case studies.
A key component of an organization-wide information governance (IG) program is ensuring that all staff is educated on the scope and goals of the IG prog....
Clinical Definition Standards Case Study
Author: Lusk, Katherine
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2015
With the October 1, 2014 date for prospective payment for inpatient pediatric Medicaid discharges looming, Children’s Health System of Texas identified an organizational need to reboot and formalize its clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. The journey began with three co....
Decade of Standardization: Data Integrity as a Foundation for Trustworthiness of Clinical Information
Author: Lusk, Katherine
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: October 2015
For many years, health information management (HIM) professionals have been responsible for locating a complete patient record in a timely manner to provide a solid foundation for clinical decision making. When one healthcare system started noticing a high rate of duplicate records in thei....
Documenting Occupational History: The Value to Patients, Payers, and Researchers
Author: Luckhaupt, Sara E; Calvert, Geoffrey; Sweeney, Marie H
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2011
Recording patient work history is vital to identifying work-related injuries and illnesses. As electronic health records become widespread, this is an important time to ensure occupational health data elements are included in EHR standards.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1....
Cybersecurity 101
Author: Lucci, Susan; Walsh, Tom
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2015
One of the most alarming statistics in the news, which is growing with intent and severity, is the prevalence of cyber-attacks, particularly in healthcare. It is an alarming trend that has gained a good deal of attention. For example, in July 2015, UCLA reported that up to 4.5 million pati....
Providing Nonemployees with Access to an Electronic Health Record
Author: Lucas, Thomas A; Carlson, April M
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2017
Healthcare organizations often must provide nonemployees with access to their electronic health records (EHRs) for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. A wide range of nonemployees may need this access.
Some may work under the organization’s direct control, su....
Document Like This, Not That: Coders' Perspective
Author: Lo, Wil
Source: Journal of AHIMA - website
Publication Date: July 2014
A companion piece to Lo’s article in the July 2014 issue of Journal of AHIMA discusses documentation issues from the coders’ perspective. Coders face a formidable task, navigating charts and linking documentation with coding guidelines and conventions.
Document Like This, Not That: CDI Insights from the Physician and CDI Specialist Perspective
Author: Lo, Wil
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2014
Many HIM professionals, especially clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program participants, wonder why it can be so difficult for physicians to provide timely, reliable, precise, consistent, clear, and complete documentation in patients’ charts. It seems logical that time spent on p....
Teaching Tune Up
Author: Lower, Christi L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2019
How the New HIM Curricula Will Change Education, Future Employees
By Christi Lower, PhD, RHIA, FAHIMA
The health information management (HIM) professional’s career pathway has changed as technology continues to impact providers’ ability to acquire, harness, and harvest he....
Teaching Tune-Up
Author: Lower, Christi L
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2019
How the New HIM Curricula Will Change Education, Future Employees
By Christi Lower, PhD, RHIA, FAHIMA
The health information management (HIM) professional’s career pathway has changed as technology continues to impact providers’ ability to acquire, harness, and harvest he....
Communication is Key to Home Health Compliance
Author: Loveland, Martha; Sims-Perry, Nanette
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2000
For Alacare, a home health agency based in Birmingham, AL, the keys to developing and implementing a compliance plan were edrucation and communication. Three years after the plan's introduction, managers find that continued followup is also an important element. First Steps Forward
....
Statewide Data Systems: Entering a New Era
Author: Love, Denise
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2001
Statewide data systems are the mainstay of many state and federal data systems and of many quality assessment, research, and policy initiatives. The author gives an overview of the different kinds of systems available and looks at opportunities for growth in the future, as well as for....
Best Practices in Patient Advocacy
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.; Rhodes, Harry B.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 1998
When an insurance claim or treatment authorization is denied, where can patients turn? More frequently they are turning to patient advocates who understand the information contained in their claims and medical records. Here's a look at some opportunities for HIM professio....
Benchmarking Professional Practice Issues: A Preview
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 1998
In April 1997, AHIMA's Board of Directors authorized staff to initiate an Association-sponsored benchmark/ best practices research program. The goal was to establish a source of practical, comparative information AHIMA members could use in benchmarking day-to-day practice.
....
AHIMA Census Results: Focus on Compliance
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 1999
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has instituted compliance guidelines for medical laboratories, hospitals, and home healthcare agencies. Within this framework, these guidelines provide at least some compliance direction for individual providers and group practices ....
Introduction to Benchmarking Health Assessment and Outcomes through Applied Statistics
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 1998
Through the application of some basic statistical techniques, HIM professionals can assist in healthcare benchmarking and management at the organizational level. The author offers an example of how one hospital used data analysis to make decisions that promoted better patient care.....
Planning for the Future of HIM Practice: Healthcare Trends to Watch
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 1998
In a rapidly changing healthcare environment, HIM professionals are well advised to stay abreast of industry trends. The author identifies 11 trends that are likely to influence both the strategic and operational aspects of health information management.
Observers of the heal....
Productivity: How Do You Measure Up?
Author: Lorence, Daniel P.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 1999
Previous issues of the Journal of AHIMA, along with other health information publications, have featured examples of benchmarking and best practices, describing how healthcare organizations use the process of benchmarking to identify the "best in class" achievements for a given organ....
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