Coding Compliance Course - Onsite An intensive, two day, on-site  workshop providing step-by-step guidance for creating a practical and cost-effective coding compliance structure that adheres to government regulations and fits your organization’s unique needs. Concrete nuts-and bolts information to develop and write specific policies and procedures that are easy to implement. Develop a comprehensive checklist for self-auditing your organization Find out the red flags that trigger audits…and what you can do to avoid them Learn how to conduct a risk-assessment for your organization Learn the responsibilities of a compliance officer and the qualifications and background candidates must possess. Find out how much authority you should give the compliance officer. Explore key methods for making sure your compliance plan is in effect and being followed. Course Content Understanding the laws that drive compliance initiatives: HIPAA False Claims Act Benefits of a Compliance Program Conducting a Risk Assessment of your Organization Written Policies and Procedures Standards of Conduct Policies for Handling Risk Areas Patient Confidentiality Content and quality of documentation Coding and abstracting Claim Submission Process Credit Balances Integrity of Data Systems Retention of Records Compliance as an Element of a Performance Plan Physician Contracts and Background Checks Clinical Policies Consent for Treatment Patient Education Medical Necessity Local Medicare Policies and Advanced Beneficiary Notices Selecting and Empowering a Compliance Officer Qualifications Duties of the position Limitations of authority Designing an Effective Training and Education Program Physician Orientation Employee Orientation Standards for Documentation, Coding and Billing Continuing Education on Compliance Issues Resources for effective and accurate coding Developing Effective Lines of Communication Access to the Compliance Officer Handling patient and employee complaints/concerns Auditing and Monitoring Periodic Audits Data Monitors Process Controls Chart Selection Utilizing the audit checklist Enforcing Standards Discipline Policy and Actions Violations and Investigations Reporting Corrective Actions Call or E-mail us today for a quotation.