The 2 MN Rule has been with us for several years but there still is confusion about what qualifies as inpatient.
Condition Code 44 has been the corrective approach to inpatient status errors despite CMS’ warning that Condition Code 44 should not be used as a substitution for inadequate utilization management processes. Condition Code 44 can serve as a reflection that the utilization process is being monitored and claims are billed compliantly. Dr. John Zelem will review the crucial four requirements for Condition Code 44 compliance.
Other segments will include the following:
The 2 MN Rule has been with us for several years but there still is confusion about what qualifies as inpatient.
Condition Code 44 has been the corrective approach to inpatient status errors despite CMS’ warning that Condition Code 44 should not be used as a substitution for inadequate utilization management processes. Condition Code 44 can serve as a reflection that the utilization process is being monitored and claims are billed compliantly. Dr. John Zelem will review the crucial four requirements for Condition Code 44 compliance.
Other segments will include the following: