Guidelines Offered for Elective Surgeries after COVID-19
In a joint statement issued Friday, April 17, the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, and American Hospital Association offered "principles and considerations to guide physicians, nurses and local facilities in their resumption of care for operating rooms and all procedural areas." Click here to read more.
5 Fundamental Tips For Self-Care During Coronavirus
Within a few short weeks, life for us all has turned upside down. Almost 95% of Americans are currently under stay at home orders/shelter in place directives to help slow the outbreak of COVID-19. Even with these measures, hospitals around the country continue to face a rising number of coronavirus cases. We all feel the strain of this public health emergency, particularly if you are part of our nation's healthcare force. Both those working on the front line as well as those working behind the scene have had an enormous weight thrust upon you. This comes on top of an…
4 Essentials For Coding During a Pandemic
Even with social distancing and stay-at-home orders in effect around the country, the number of cases of COVID-19 in the United States continues to rise. Hospitals and health care professionals are under unprecedented strain to continue to deliver effective care during this public health emergency. Coding professionals provide ongoing updates in coding changes, evolving codes, and operational guidance related to documentation and coding to hospital administration. Their work ensures clinical staff can remain focused on patients and medical decisions during these challenging times. In this piece, we’ll dive into 4 essential tasks related to coding during a pandemic. Though we’ll…
