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Post Procedural Respiratory Failure CDI Scenario – September 2022
A 67-year-old male presents with post procedural respiratory failure after a laparoscopic colectomy for adenocarcinoma of the sigmoid colon.
Read MoreNewborn Observation due to Maternal Marijuana Use – August 2022 Coding Tip
A frequent marijuana user became pregnant and ceased usage. Upon birth, her newborn was observed for signs and symptoms of withdrawal.
Read MoreAHRQ Elixhauser Review CDI Scenario – August 2022
In this CDI Scenario, background information on AHRQ Elixhauser Review is offered to readers, plus a clinical example and documentation tips.
Read MoreAspiration Fluid Biopsy of the Pubic Symphysis Joint – July 2022 Coding Tip
The focus is on specifying right or left pelvic bones when an aspiration fluid biopsy is performed on the Pubic Symphysis Joint.
Read MoreA Conversation with an Ambulatory CDI Program Manager
Nancy Koors and Mary Stanfill sit down with ChristianaCare’s Ambulatory CDI Program Manager to discuss UASI’s Risk Adjustment Maturity Model.
Read MoreUASI’s Risk Adjustment Maturity Model Explained
Learn the four RAMM phases (explore, define, implement, optimize) and lessons from ChristianaCare as they progressed through each phase.
Read MorePulmonary Embolism CDI Scenario – July 2022
July’s CDI Scenario covers the topic of pulmonary embolism. The patient in the scenario is a female with shortness of breath and swollen legs.
Read MoreUASI Wins Top Workplace 2022
UASI won Top Workplace 2022. The award is based on employee feedback and reinforces the importance of strong employees and leadership.
Read MoreFollow Up Visits After COVID-19 – June 2022 Coding Tip
The Coding Tip of the Month for June of 2022 covers what codes to use when certain circumstances arise after having COVID-19.
Read MoreChronic Kidney Disease Outpatient CDI Scenario – June 2022
June’s CDI Scenario covers Chronic Kidney Disease in an outpatient setting. The patient is a 76 year old female.
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