As healthcare documentation continues to evolve, the ability to accurately capture procedures performed in inpatient settings is vital for patient safety, proper reimbursement, and compliance. One of the most sophisticated tools used in this context is the ICD-10-PCS (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Procedure Coding System). Designed for inpatient procedure coding in the U.S., […]
Lawmakers are also urging CMS to use its authority to adjust FY23 Medicare IPPS rates, to prevent net decreases. Medicare inpatient reimbursement cuts slated to take effect in the 2023 fiscal year would threaten access to care at hospitals, which are already facing substantially higher costs because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to the […]