Improve Case Mix Index, Reduce Costs and Prepare for ICD-10 with Computer-Assisted Coding

Summary:
This session will educate hospital finance professionals on the financial benefits of computer-assisted coding (CAC) and will demonstrate how Gwinnett Hospital System utilized CAC to improve their case mix index by more than 3.4% resulting in nearly $1.4M in revenue. In addition, CAC enabled Gwinnett to reduce their number of DNFB days by 2.7 days, lower costs in outsourced coding/coder overtime, minimize audit risk, and prepare for the ICD-10 transition – all in less than one year.

After This Webinar You Will Be Able To:

• Evaluate CAC solutions to increase efficiency, compliance and improve case mix index'
• Assess the value of CAC for your individual facility
• Differentiate between Natural Language Processing (NLP) engines
• Orchestrate a smooth implementation process plan and establish baselines for faster return on investment
• Utilize CAC to achieve maximum financial benefits and minimize audit risk

Tools and Takeaways:

• Definition of true CAC methodology
• Case study highlighting the steps and processes involved in Gwinnett’s successful roll-out of CAC technology including evaluation and vendor selection, deployment, capturing results and assessing ROI.

Recommended For:
CFOs, VPs/Directors of Revenue Cycle, and finance executives responsible for the outcome of the HIM department.

Pricing:
HFMA Members: Free
Non-Members: $99

Speakers:
Cathy Dougherty, FHFMA
Assistant Vice-President, Revenue Management
Gwinnett Hospital System, Inc.

Mark Morsch
Vice President of Technology
Optum