The volume of clinical validation denials is increasing, yet clinical validation queries have not kept pace. One key reason for this discrepancy is the complexity involved in constructing clinical validation queries, which require precise and thorough documentation to ensure accurate coding and reimbursement The Unique Challenges of Clinical Validation Queries Unlike traditional queries that request […]
Typical CDI programs are intended to drive reimbursement through diagnosis securement, contributing to improved case mix index. The COVID-19 pandemic is placing monumental financial stressors upon hospitals, with added costs to treat patients with high acuity and long length of stays, coupled with significant revenue loss associated with postponement of more profitable elective surgeries, […]


