Q: We are having an internal disagreement regarding HCPCS code G0498. Our clinical department believes that this code is to be reported in addition to the chemotherapy administration charge. Our coders and chargemaster coordinator disagree and believe it is an all-inclusive code. Who’s right?
Data integrity and analytics, increased HIPAA enforcement, patient-generated health data, and information security emerged as the top four topics at the 2017 Health Information and Management Systems Society national conference.
This week’s Medicare updates include the release of the 2017 Inpatient Pricer; a decision memo for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy; a delay of effective date for the Conditions of Participation for home health agencies; and more!
Employing a comprehensive disease management program for hospital patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can significantly reduce hospital admissions and length of stay (LOS), according to a study published in the International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. A comprehensive disease management program should include education, case management, and follow-up.
