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What-constitutes-a-“signature”-in-the-world-of-COVID-19-social-distancing

What constitutes a “signature” in the world of COVID-19 social distancing…and beyond?

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It goes without saying that social distancing has changed everything,…
5 Things to Consider When Evaluating At-home vs. On-site-Staff

Location, location, location – 5 Things to Consider When Evaluating At-home vs. On-site Staff

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As we start to see states across the U.S. begin to lift COVID-19…
COVID-19 Pandemic Prompts Changes to Relax Disclosure of Substance Use Disorders PHI

COVID-19 Pandemic Prompts Changes to Relax Disclosure of Substance Use Disorders PHI

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The coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic impacts every area…
12 Things for HIM Professionals to Remember During COVID -19

12 Things for HIM Professionals to Remember During COVID -19

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As HIM professionals, we learn the importance of documentation…
5 Quick Tips for Navigating COVID-19 Coding

5 Quick Tips for Navigating COVID-19 Coding

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For the most part, updates to code sets and the guidelines that…
Emerging Coding Advice for Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-2019)

Emerging Coding Advice for Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-2019)

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IMPORTANT UPDATE – New ICD-10-CM Code Effective April 1, 2020 Given…
Patients’ health data is protected by privacy rights

True or False: Patients’ health data is protected by privacy rights

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)…
5 Actions Hospitals Should Take Now to Prepare for Interoperability

5 Actions Hospitals Should Take Now to Prepare for Interoperability

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Focus on interoperability for health data systems has increased…
How a Clinically Integrated Revenue Cycle Addresses Denials Management Challenges

How a Clinically Integrated Revenue Cycle Addresses Denials Management Challenges

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For many years, healthcare organizations operated exclusively…

Coding for the True Clinical Picture

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TRUE CLINICAL PICTURE: A complete and comprehensive record…