Having to do anything twice is never ideal, but the negative impact of a patient being readmitted after their initial discharge has far-reaching consequences. Inpatient hospital readmissions for the same or related care, particularly within the first 30 days, are...Read More »
In healthcare today, it seems impossible to walk down a hospital hallway, sit through a meeting, or even open an edition of the CDI Journal without hearing about risk adjustment. Whether the discussion is about reimbursement,...Read More »
It’s been a long time since most CDI departments reviewed only for CC and MCC capture. Chief among the branching focuses of CDI is a growing effort to focus on capturing patients’ severity of illness and risk adjustment scores, particularly for more adverse...Read More »
by Taylor L. Wiggins, DNP, RN, and Tedra S. Smith, DNP, CRNP, CPNP-PC, CNE, CHSE
Primary care providers (PCP) receive limited documentation training while in school, which can lead to inadequate information in postgraduate clinical practice settings. At our organization, ArchWell...Read More »
by Marlene Goodwin-Esola, MSN, RN-CV, and Charleen Joanides, BSN, RN, CDIP
The topic of computer software as a foundational tool for CDI is a frequent discussion in our ACDIS leadership meetings (e.g., pros, cons, cost, ROI). One major software product integral to CDI practice is...Read More »
Suppose you’re a firefighter outfitted with all the tools a firefighter could possibly need—a tool belt, an ax, a truck, and—most importantly—a whole lot of water. Even then, the job would still be difficult. Firefighting is no joke.
by Alba Kuqi, MD, MSHIM, RHIA, CCM, CRCR, CICA, CSMC, CSAF, CCS, CCDS, CDIP
Substance use, abuse, and dependence are critical areas within healthcare that impact CDI and coding. With the increasing prevalence of substance-related disorders, it is imperative for healthcare...Read More »
For the record, I dig the kidney. To me, it has always been one of the most fascinating human organs. It has complex internal structures and functions yielding a range of effects on the entire human body, as well as a vast array of...Read More »
