EvidenceCare

JUNE 11, 2024

First, the codes are divided into two categories – medical and surgical. This can involve optimizing care plans for specific DRGs, which can lead to reduced lengths of stay and improved quality of care. This is the foundation for our real-time dashboard display in the medical record.

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Hospital Discharges Documentation Admissions 130

Walker Info - Patient Experience

JANUARY 20, 2025

Once perceived as a healthcare nicety compared to service satisfaction scores, patient experience (PX) management now is a must-have when it comes to maximizing healthcare performance and improving medical outcomes. 1] A good patient experience correlates to a lower medical malpractice risk. Patient outcomes improve as well.

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Patient Experience Patient Satisfaction Hospital Follow-Up 52

Relias

JUNE 1, 2022

Undercoded Complex Hospital Admissions. Coders are challenged to select the codes that best convey the reason for admission. With the shift to value-based care and risk adjustment models, there’s a need for coding that gives a complete clinical picture of the patient. Fraudulent Coding or Overreporting. “We

Documentation 52

Documentation Medical Coding Admissions Follow-Up 52

Relias

JUNE 1, 2022

Undercoded Complex Hospital Admissions. Coders are challenged to select the codes that best convey the reason for admission. With the shift to value-based care and risk adjustment models, there’s a need for coding that gives a complete clinical picture of the patient. Fraudulent Coding or Overreporting. “We

Documentation 52

Documentation Medical Coding Admissions Follow-Up 52

Sensible Medicine

JULY 5, 2023

It is this fact that has caused diagnostic excellence to gain such traction as a priority in medical education the past 5-10 years. It also happens to be the reason I decided to become a primary care doctor. Navigating uncertainty with an appropriately calibrated set point is the mark of a skilled primary care physician.

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Diagnostics Tests Patient Centered Care Admissions 242

Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 8, 2025

They may work in hospitals, residential care facilities, nursing centers, and patients homes to support patients through their final months. This field is uniquely challenging, and nurses require a robust skill set to thrive: Medical training: A strong foundation in medical knowledge is vital.

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Hospice Vital Signs Care Plan Collaboration 52

Guideway Care

JULY 2, 2024

These patients usually have chronic conditions or multiple health issues that require frequent medical attention. Using data analytics and risk classification tools, healthcare providers can pinpoint these individuals and prioritize their care. This involves creating personalized care plans tailored to their specific health needs.

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Care Plan Communication Admissions Scheduling 52

Health Populi

MAY 20, 2020

. “Delaying procedures, reducing spending on preventive care and chronic care, and decreasing adherence to medications may have negative long-term impacts on health status, although the extent is unknown,” PwC notes. 34% looked for more over-the-counter medications. 21% skipped elective procedures.

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Hospital Outpatient Care Medication Admissions 77

Scrubs

APRIL 25, 2023

A new law is set to pass in the state of Florida that will require all hospitals receiving Medicaid funding to collect information regarding their patients’ immigration status as part of the admissions process. The announcement drew criticism from various medical groups and organizations. It is set to go into effect on July 1 once Gov.

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Hospital Billing Admissions HIPAA 278

Connect Care Bytes Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

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Discharges Follow-Up Admissions Care Plan 40

The HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As part of efforts to tackle the opioid crisis, the HHS is considering changes to both HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations that serve to protect the privacy of substance abuse disorder patients who seek treatment at federally assisted programs to improve the level of care that can be provided. 21 st Century Cures Act.

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HIPAA Business Associate Appointments Best Practices 126