Quality & Regulatory

Allison Q. Clerval, RN, BSN, CCDS; Kathleen M. Shindle, RN, BSN, CCDS, share how Thomas Jefferson University Hospital utilizes the University HealthCare Consortium (UHC) risk model variables to benchmark patient outcomes and accurately reflect expected patient mortality.

Mary McGrady, MSN, RN, CCDS and Murali K. Nagarajan, CCS, MB, BS present a detailed case study on using CDI to recognize potential PSIs during concurrent review.

Mark LeBlanc, RN, MBA, CCDS and Sherri Wacha, RN, CCDS show how PSI/HAC review can be incorporated into the CDI review process. 

Karen L. Bridgeman, MSN, RN, CCDS; Tina H. Smith, BSN, RN, CCDS, examine the nuances in the  pediatric population, from neonates through adolescents.