The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist S Complete Training Guide

Author : Laurie L. Prescott
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10-23
Category : Clinical medicine
ISBN : 1556452837

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The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Complete Training Guide by Laurie L. Prescott Pdf

Your new CDI specialist starts in a few weeks. They have the right background to do the job, but need orientation, training, and help understanding the core skills every new CDI needs. Don't spend time creating training materials from scratch. ACDIS' acclaimed CDI Boot Camp instructors have created The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Complete Training Guide to serve as a bridge between your new CDI specialists' first day on the job and their first effective steps reviewing records. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Complete Training Guide is the perfect resource for CDI program managers to help new CDI professionals understand their roles and responsibilities. It will get your staff trained faster and working quicker. This training guide provides: An introduction for managers, with suggestions for training staff and guidance for manual use Sample training timelines Test-your-knowledge questions to reinforce key concepts Case study examples to illustrate essential CDI elements Documentation challenges associated with common diagnoses such as sepsis, pneumonia, and COPD Sample policies and procedures

Author : Laurie L Prescott
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2018-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1683087992

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The CDI Specialist's Complete Training Guide by Laurie L Prescott Pdf

Author : Heather Taillon
Publisher : HC Pro, Inc.
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781601467751

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The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook, Second Edition by Heather Taillon Pdf

The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook, Second Edition Marion Kruse, MBA, RN; Heather Taillon, RHIA, CCDS Get the guidance you need to make your CDI program the best there is... The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook, Second Edition, is an all-inclusive reference to help readers implement a comprehensive clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program with in-depth information on all the essential responsibilities of the CDI specialist. This edition helps CDI professionals incorporate the latest industry guidance and professional best practices to enhance their programs. Co-authors Heather Taillon, RHIA, and Marion Kruse, MBA, RN, combine their CDI and coding expertise to explain the intricacies of CDI program development and outline the structure of a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary program. In this edition you will learn how to: Adhere to the latest government and regulatory initiatives as they relate to documentation integrity Prepare for successful ICD-10 transition by analyzing your CDI program Step up physician buy-in with the improved education techniques Incorporate the latest physician query guidance from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Table of Contents Chapter 1: Building the CDI Program Chapter 2: CDI and the healthcare system Chapter 3: Application of coding guidelines Chapter 4: Compliant physician queries Chapter 5: Providing physician education Chapter 6: Monitoring the CDI program What's new in the Second Edition? Analysis of new industry guidance, including: AHIMA's "Managing an Effective Query Process" and "Guidance for Clinical Documentation Improvement Programs." CMS guidance from new IPPS regulations, MLN Matters articles, Quality Improvement Organizations, and the Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) program, among others Strategies to help you incorporate the guidance into your CDI program. Tools to help you interpret MAC initiatives and RAC focus areas to enhance your CDI program and help prevent audit takebacks New sample queries, forms, tools, and industry survey data BONUS TOOLS! This book also includes bonus online tools you can put to use immediately! Sample query forms Sample job descriptions for CDI managers, and CDI specialists Sample evaluation form for CDI staff Sample pocket guide of common documentation standards

Author : Glenn Krauss
Publisher : HC Pro, Inc.
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781601468178

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The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 by Glenn Krauss Pdf

Take charge of ICD-10 documentation requirements The implementation of ICD-10 brings with it new documentation requirements that will have a significant impact on the work of your CDI team. The higher degree of specificity of information needed to code accurately will have a direct correlation to reimbursement and compliance. CDI specialists need a firm understanding of the new code set, and the rules that govern it, to obtain the appropriate level of documentation from physicians. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 is the only book that addresses ICD-10 from the CDI point of view. Written by CDI experts, it explains the new documentation requirements and clinical indicators of commonly reported diagnoses and the codes associated with those conditions. You'll find the specific documentation requirements to appropriately code conditions such as heart failure, sepsis, and COPD. Learn from your peers The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 includes case studies from two hospitals that have already begun ICD-10 training so you can use their timelines as a blue print to begin your organization's training and implementation. ICD-10 implementation happens in 2013. It's not too soon to start developing the expertise and comfort level you'll need to manage this important industry change and help your organization make a smooth transition. Benefits: * Tailored exclusively for CDI specialists * Side-by-side comparison of what documentation is necessary now v. what will be required starting October 1, 2013 * Timelines to train physicians in new documentation requirements to ensure readiness by implementation date * Strategies and best practices to ensure physician buy-in

Author : Jennifer Avery,Cheryl Ericson
Publisher : Hcpro, a Division of Simplify Compliance
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1615692002

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The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10, Second Edition by Jennifer Avery,Cheryl Ericson Pdf

The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10, Second Edition Now in its second edition, The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 is the only guide to address ICD-10 from the CDI point of view. Written by CDI experts and ICD-10 Boot Camp instructors, it explains the ICD-10 documentation requirements and clinical indicators of commonly reported diagnoses and the codes associated with those conditions. In it you'll find the specific documentation requirements to appropriately code a variety of conditions. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10, Second Edition, not only outlines the changes coming in October 2014, it provides detailed information on how to assess staffing needs, training requirements, and implementation strategies. The authors--an ICD-10 certified coder and CDI specialist--collaborated to create a comprehensive selection of ICD-10 sample queries that facilities can download and use to jumpstart their ICD-10 documentation improvement efforts. Develop the expertise and comfort level you need to manage this important industry change and help your organization make a smooth transition. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10, Second Edition, is part of the library of products and services from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (ACDIS). ACDIS members are CDI professionals who share the latest tested tips, tools, and strategies to implement successful CDI programs and achieve professional growth. Member benefits include a quarterly journal, members-only Web site, quarterly networking conference calls, discounts on conferences, and more. WHAT'S NEW? Completely revised to accommodate changes in ICD-10 implementation dates Dozens of targeted ICD-10 physician queries Updated ICD-10 benchmarking reports BENEFITS Sample ICD-10 queries Specificity requirements and clinical indicators by disease type and body system Staff training and assessment tools TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: ICD-10 primer Chapter 2: Conventions and Guidelines Chapter 3: Physician queries Chapter 4: CDI target areas Chapter 5: ICD-10-CM/PCS Provider Education

Author : VIRUTI SHIVAN
Publisher : Viruti Satyan Shivan
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Clinical Documentation Specialist - The Comprehensive Guide by VIRUTI SHIVAN Pdf

Dive into the essential world of clinical documentation with "Clinical Documentation Specialist - The Comprehensive Guide," a pivotal resource designed for healthcare professionals committed to excellence in patient care through meticulous record-keeping. This guide offers a deep dive into the principles of accurate and compliant medical documentation, highlighting its critical role in ensuring optimal patient outcomes and the seamless operation of healthcare systems. With an emphasis on practical strategies, real-world applications, and the latest compliance standards, this book serves as an invaluable tool for both aspiring and experienced clinical documentation specialists. By focusing on enhancing communication between healthcare providers and supporting the delivery of high-quality care, it addresses the challenges and complexities of modern medical documentation practices. Without relying on images or illustrations for clarity, the guide stands out for its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis, making it a unique addition to the professional library of healthcare providers. It transcends basic instructional material by weaving in theoretical knowledge with actionable advice, empowering readers to navigate the nuanced landscape of healthcare documentation with confidence. The absence of visual elements is more than compensated for by the depth of knowledge and the engaging writing style, ensuring that readers are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a significant impact in their roles as guardians of patient information and care continuity.

Author : Jennifer Avery
Publisher : Hcpro Incorporated
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : MEDICAL
ISBN : 1615692010

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CDI Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 by Jennifer Avery Pdf

Now in its second edition, The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD-10 is the only guide to address ICD-10 from the CDI point of view. Written by CDI experts and ICD-10 Boot Camp instructors, it explains the ICD-10 documentation requirements and clinical indicators of commonly reported diagnoses and the codes associated with those conditions. You'll find the specific documentation requirements to appropriately code a variety of conditions. The CDI Specialist's Guide to ICD-10, 2nd edition, not only outlines the changes coming in October 2014, it provides detailed information on how to assess staffing needs, training requirements, and implementation strategies. The authors-an ICD-10 certified coder and CDI specialist-collaborated to create a comprehensive selection of ICD-10 sample queries facilities can download and use to jumpstart ICD-10 documentation improvement efforts. Develop the expertise and comfort level you'll need to manage this important industry change and help your organization make a smooth transition. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Guide to ICD- 10, 2nd ed. is part of the library of products and services from the Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (ACDIS). ACDIS members are CDI professionals who share the latest tested tips, tools, and strategies to implement successful CDI programs and achieve professional growth. Member benefits include a quarterly journal, members-only Web site, quarterly networking conference calls, discounts on conferences, and more. WHAT'S NEW? Completely revised to accommodate changes in ICD-10 implementation dates Dozens of targeted ICD-10 physician queries Updated ICD-10 benchmarking reports BENEFITS Sample ICD-10 queries Specificity requirements and clinical indicators by disease type and body system Staff training and assessment tools

Author : AAPC
Publisher : AAPC
Page : 13 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781626889798

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Clinical Documentation Reference Guide - First Edition by AAPC Pdf

It's not the quantity of clinical documentation that matters—it's the quality. Is your clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program identifying your outliers? Does your documentation capture the level of ICD-10 coding specificity required to achieve optimal reimbursement? Are you clear on how to fix your coding and documentation shortfalls? Providing the most complete and accurate coding of diagnoses and site-specific procedures will vastly improve your practice’s bottom line. Get the help you need with the Clinical Documentation Reference Guide. This start-to-finish CDI primer covers medical necessity, joint/shared visits, incident-to billing, preventative care visits, the global surgical package, complications and comorbidities, and CDI for EMRs. Learn the all-important steps to ensure your records capture what your physicians perform during each encounter. Benefit from methods to effectively communicate CDI concerns and protocols to your providers. Leverage the practical and effective guidance in AAPC’s Clinical Documentation Reference Guide to triumph over your toughest documentation challenges. Prevent documentation deficiencies and keep your claims on track for optimal reimbursement: Understand the legal aspects of documentation Anticipate and avoid documentation trouble spots Keep compliance issues at bay Learn proactive measures to eliminate documentation problems Work the coding mantra—specificity, specificity, specificity Avoid common documentation errors identified by CERT and RACs Know the facts about EMR templates—and the pitfalls of auto-populate features Master documentation in the EMR with guidelines and tips Conquer CDI time-based coding for E/M The Clinical Documentation Reference Guide is approved for use during the CDEO® certification exam.

Author : Colleen Garry
Publisher : Hcpro Incorporated
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : MEDICAL
ISBN : 1615690115

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Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook by Colleen Garry Pdf

Improving documentation is no easy task CDI professionals have never had one easy-to-read, inclusive reference to help them implement a CDI program, understand the fundamentals of ICD-9-CM coding, query physicians, and encourage interdepartmental communication. In theory, physicians should document their entire thought process, including ruling conditions in and out. But it's not that simple, and in light of MS-DRGs, it requires significant physician education and retraining. You need a blueprint for success.. Your blueprint has arrived! At last, here is a guide for CDI specialists. The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook is your essential partner for creating a CDI program, staffing your program, querying physicians, and understanding how documentation affects code selection and data quality As a CDI specialist you need answers now In light of Medicare Severity DRGs (MS-DRG), detailed documentation and accurate capture of complications and comorbidities (CCs) has made the CDI specialist's role more important and more demanding than ever. This handbook will enhance your ability to gather the right information the first time--and every time Author Colleen Garry, RN, BS, has compiled case studies that document best practices and reference several different CDI models so that you can select the one that's right for your hospital's CDI success. In addition, you'll be privy to an executive summary of HCPro's exclusive CDI survey that solicited more than 800 responses. Learn how other hospitals are handling CDI and choosing the model that works best for them. * work with physicians to obtain detailed, appropriate documentation * maintain compliance when performing physician queries * convey return on investment for a CDI program Customizable CD-ROM included Your copy of The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist's Handbook includes a CD-ROM loaded with all of the working tools you'll find in the book. Among them

Author : Pamela Carroll Hess
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1584265027

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Clinical Documentation Improvement by Pamela Carroll Hess Pdf

Author : Rn Phn Nkwuaku, Msn Cphq
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1519538189

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Clinical Documentation Improvement by Rn Phn Nkwuaku, Msn Cphq Pdf

Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Made Easy is a great resource and reference that every Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist/Professional (CDIS/CDIP), coder, physician champion/advisor, and others involved in the CDI must have. The book is a compendium of sound clinical knowledge and experience, clinical documentation expertise, and quality, which will help the CDIS/CDIP and others maximize their potentials in performing their core duties. Whether you are a new CDIS trying to learn CDI or an experienced CDIS hoping to stay current with CDI world, or involved in the CDI, this book will be very valuable to you. Remember, accurate and quality documentation is a reflection of great patient care. "If it wasn't documented, and documented accurately, it never happened." This book clearly explained various query opportunities by Major Disease Classifications (MDCs) with some sample queries. It defines and analyses different disease processes, creates CDIS awareness and what to look for under various MDCs, ICD-10-CM/PCS, explained current CMS Pay for Performance (P4P), and the CDI responsibility under P4P, explained some pertinent coding guidelines, 2016 Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, AHIMA/ACDIS practice brief for queries and compliance, and much more. I have no doubt in my mind that this book is a concise but a comprehensive tool and reference that anyone involved in CDI should always have at his/her side. The Author Anthony O Nkwuaku, RN, PHN, MSN, CPHQ, CCDS is very knowledgeable and experienced as a clinician, clinical instructor, and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist.

Author : Anny Pang Yuen,Page Knauss
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1683081099

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First Steps in Outpatient CDI by Anny Pang Yuen,Page Knauss Pdf

First Steps in Outpatient CDI: Tips and Tools for Building a Program Anny P. Yuen, RHIA, CCS, CCDS, CDIP Page Knauss, BSN, RN, LNC, ACM, CPC, CDEO Find best practices and helpful advice for getting started in outpatient CDI with First Steps in Outpatient CDI: Tips and Tools for Building a Program. This first-of-its-kind book provides an overview of what outpatient CDI entails, covers industry guidance and standards for outpatient documentation, reviews the duties of outpatient CDI specialists, and examines how to obtain backing from leadership. Accurate documentation is important not just for code assignment, but also for a variety of quality and reimbursement concerns. In the past decade, outpatient visits increased by 44% while hospital visits decreased by nearly 20%, according to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission. However, just because physicians are outside the hospital walls doesn't mean they're free from documentation challenges. For these reasons, CDI programs are offering their assistance to physician practices, ambulatory surgical centers, and even emergency rooms. This book will explore those opportunities and take a look at how others are expanding their record review efforts in the outpatient world. This book will help you: Target the outpatient settings that offer the greatest CDI opportunities Understand the quality and payment initiatives affecting outpatient services Understand the coding differences between inpatient and outpatient settings Identify data targets Incorporate physician needs to ensure support for program expansion Assess needs by program type

Author : Suzanne K. Powell,Hussein M. Tahan
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-02-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781496384263

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Case Management by Suzanne K. Powell,Hussein M. Tahan Pdf

Prepare for a new career as a case manager—or just upgrade your skills to a whole new level—with the newly updated Case Management: A Practical Guide for Education and Practice, 4th Edition. Ideal for case management certification (CCMC) exam preparation, this is a thorough review of the case manager’s many roles and skills, from acute to post-acute care. Whether you are a nurse transitioning to case management or already active in it, this is your road map to coordinating successful patient care, from hospital to home. Build a strong case management career foundation, with expert, evidence-based direction: NEW chapter on case manager orientation programs that offers orientation checklists, competency assessment, and learning profiles, with available online tools NEW topics on current practice issues and developments, including the impact of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and value-based care NEW content on experiential, problem-based learning—learning practices, training programs, case management team professional development Offers in-depth, evidence-based guidance on: The case manager’s roles, functions, and tasks Key concepts—quality management and outcomes evaluation, legal and ethical considerations, case management process, utilization management, transitions of care The role of the nurse case manager versus social worker role Strategies that ensure effectiveness of case management models Coordinating care, protecting privacy and confidentiality, health insurance benefit analysis, practice standards The Case Management Code of Professional Conduct, accreditation agencies and standards, specialty board certifications Management of resources and reimbursement concepts Case management in various settings—acute care, emergency department, admissions, perioperative services, disease management, insurance case management, palliative care, end-of-life care, hospice, home health care, physician groups, public health/community-based care, rehabilitation Ideal preparation for the CCMC exam—offers a large portion of CCMC exam content—and for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for Case Management study A must-have desk reference that offers plentiful case studies—considered to be “the bible” of case management

Author : Cynthia Tang,Richard Pinson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 173345943X

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2021 CDI Pocket Guide by Cynthia Tang,Richard Pinson Pdf

Author : Trey La Charité,James S Kennedy, MD, CCS, Cdip
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-30
Category : Diagnosis related groups
ISBN : 1615693475

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The Physician Advisor's Guide to Clinical Documentation Improvement by Trey La Charité,James S Kennedy, MD, CCS, Cdip Pdf

The Physician Advisor's Guide to Clinical Documentation Improvement Physician advisors are not just needed for case management anymore. ICD-10-CM/PCS and the changing landscape of healthcare reimbursement make their input invaluable in the realm of CDI and coding, too. This book will help your physician advisors quickly understand the vital role they play and how they can not only help improve healthcare reimbursement, but also reduce claims denials and improve the quality of care overall. This book will: * Provide job descriptions and sample roles and responsibilities for CDI physician advisors * Outline the importance of CDI efforts in specific relation to the needs and expectations of physicians * Highlight documentation improvement focus areas by Major Diagnostic Category * Review government initiatives and claims denial patterns, providing physician advisors concrete tools to sway physician documentation