Synopsis:
The essential CDI resource for outpatient professionals CDI professionals need a day-to-day reference when conducting their outpatient medical record reviews - one that can provide trusted clinical indicators for compliant and effective physician clarifications, and at-a-glance, easy-to-use diagnosis and Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) references. The 2021 ACDIS Outpatient Pocket Guide is the essential resource for outpatient coding guidance, HCC updates, compliant query best practices and standards, E/M requirements, and diagnostic definitions. This is the perfect resource as you look to grow your outpatient CDI program and continue to ensure your outpatient coding is in compliance. Co-written by ACDIS' CDI Education Director Laurie Prescott, RN, MSN, CCDS, CDIP, CRC, CCDS-O, James Manz, MD, CCDS-O, a practicing physician at the Mayo Clinic steeped in the latest physician documentation terminology, and Karen Newhouser, RN, BSN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CCS, CDIP, CCM, Clinical Documentation Integrity Content Manager for AMN Revenue Cycle Solutions, the 2021 ACDIS Outpatient Pocket Guide is a winning combination of practical, tailored CDI tips and resources, helpful references including ICD-10-CM code mappings organized by HCC, and clinical, regulatory, and coding guidance adapted from the official sources. Conditions covered in the 2021 ACDIS Outpatient Pocket Guide are organized by their Hierarchical Condition Category (HHC), and then in alphabetical order. Each condition listed is accompanied by a detailed clinical definition of the condition, clinical indicators that support the presenting condition, including diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols, ICD-10-CM chapter-specific documentation requirements, including the latest coding clinic guidance specific to the condition, CDI critical thinking tips and provider focused education advice related to the diagnoses.
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