Healthicity Blog

On November 30th, the OIG posted its Semiannual Report to Congress. The report is a summary of the OIG’s activities from April 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017.

The appropriate use of Modifier 25 can be a little tricky because the requirements are ultra-specific. On the one hand, Modifier 25 is really handy.

Thanksgiving is the time of year for sharing a meal with loved ones and giving thanks for everything we have to be grateful for in our lives. Every November, Ada heads home to spend the holiday with her parents.

Preventive services and screenings are important, especially for our little ones.

Ada’s boss called a department meeting because he had a “big announcement,” to make. Everyone gathered round, waiting with baited breath.

You probably already know that Auditing and Monitoring is one of the seven elements of an effective compliance program. But did you know that it’s so important the OIG considers it to be key for maintaining compliance?

Coding audits are the heartbeat of any compliance program. That’s why staying on track with your audit is essential to your program's success.

The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA)

The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) of April 2015 will not only significantly change physician reimbursement, it will also change how we audit for correct coding and documentation.