In early 2003, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the adoption of a new Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) risk model. Encounters with dates of service up to December 31, 2022 were subject... read more
Until recently, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) were seldom mentioned in news concerning documentation, coding, and risk adjustment. However, a recent surge in news coverage... read more
In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, accurate documentation and coding are pivotal in ensuring quality care, appropriate reimbursement, and successful risk adjustment. Let’s delve into why these aspects are... read more