Dr. Menen offers effective strategies for rectifying coding issues around sepsis and maintaining accurate billing. He will use a compelling case study to illustrate the misuse and upcoding of sepsis DRGs and demonstrate how clinical validation and claims review can ensure compliance and safeguard against coding irregularities.
“Sepsis is a severe, but not completely understood, medical condition, and a frequently coded, very high-cost DRG,” said Dr. Menen. “These facts make sepsis a prime target for upcoding, and often it takes a clinical validation process and a close look at the medical record to verify whether a sepsis DRG is justified–a process that potentially results in substantial savings for the payor.”
As CMO at MedReview, Dr. Menen provides clinical direction on behalf of the organization. In addition to developing innovative programs and strategic partnerships, he is ultimately responsible for ensuring programs are compliant, clinically accurate, and support both patients and clients.
MedReview is a proud sponsor of the NHCAA. In addition to Dr. Menen presenting at the conference, MedReview representatives will be at Booth #301 to answer questions and host a tequila pairing during the event. Learn more here.
About MedReview Headquartered in the financial district of New York City and serving all U.S. states and territories, MedReview has been a leading provider of payment integrity, utilization management and quality surveillance services for more than 40 years. A physician-led organization with a passion for ensuring that health care claims fairly represent the care provided, MedReview provides timely independent hospital billing audits and clinical validation reviews on behalf of health plans, government agencies and Taft–Hartley organizations, saving millions of dollars for its clients each year.
Drivers and benefits of patient centricity in the clinical trial landscape
Why patient-centric approaches are important in populations with hematological malignancies
Regulatory perspectives on the patient experience in clinical trials
How to design and execute patient-centric hematological malignancy clinical trials, with real-life examples
Join Ashley Herrick, PhD, Executive Director, Oncology Program Strategy, Premier Research, for the live webinar on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 10am BST/UK (11am CEST/EU-Central).
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars and digital content to the global life science, food, healthcare and medical device communities. Every year, thousands of industry practitioners (from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, healthcare and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps professionals stay current with industry developments, regulations and jobs. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.
Join this webinar to gain insights into the latest trends in antibody-drug conjugate innovation and the complications of understanding the IP landscape in this area. The experts will highlight the critical importance of staying up to date with evolving research and development (R&D) trends and patent filings to determine freedom to operate, protect complex innovations and maximize return on investment (ROI).
Join experts from CAS, Janet Sasso, Information Scientist; and Natalia Nekrasova, IP Search Analyst, for the live webinar on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 10am PST (1pm EST).
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars and digital content to the global life science, food, healthcare and medical device communities. Every year, thousands of industry practitioners (from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, healthcare and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps professionals stay current with industry developments, regulations and jobs. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.
Extra Life, a pioneering initiative, was the first of its kind in the nonprofit world, exclusively dedicated to the gaming and streaming communities. It was born from the heartfelt memory of Victoria Enmon, a young patient whom founder Jeromy Adams met while working at a fundraising event for her member children’s hospital. What began as a grassroots effort nearly 15 years ago has blossomed into a remarkable journey, culminating in the recognition of being named among the 2022 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Organization of the Year by the Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum.
Since its inception in 2008, Extra Life participants have raised over $130 million, impacting the lives of millions of pediatric patients across the U.S. and Canada. As the program celebrates 15 years of cherished memories, we invite you to support your local member hospital through fundraising today.
Extra Life has witnessed the collective efforts of thousands of community members, partners, influencers, and creators who have joined forces with a shared vision: to change kids’ health to change the future through the power of fundraising and gaming.
This year, a variety of partner activations are helping further Extra Life’s mission, including:
Roll20, the complete solution for virtual tabletop gaming, is supporting Extra Life with their first-ever all-virtual Humble Bundle. Their annual virtual tabletop event will also feature a livestream fundraising activity for Extra Life during Game Day weekend. Roll20 community members will have the opportunity to donate toward the Roll20 team’s fundraising efforts. Another special bundle will be offered on DriveThroughRPG.com, the largest RPG online store.
Code Ninjas aims to have 150 local franchises join the Super Team and host hack-a-thon fundraising events, with a goal to raise a Super Team total of $150,000.
Wargaming, the makers of World of Tanks are offering players the chance to buy a special Medic Commander that can heal your tank in the game. Proceeds from the purchase of the medic commander will be donated to CMN Hospitals through the Wargaming Extra Life team.
About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. We’ve raised over $8.5 billion for 170 children’s hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses – and we’re not done yet. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what’s needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services.
Together, we can change kids’ health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.
For the worldwide unveiling of the Kennedy Entryway Experience 3D display, Blunt Action collaborated with Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to craft this incredible immersive experience.
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Blunt Action, a cutting-edge 3D animation studio headquartered in New York City, is proud to announce the official grand opening of its groundbreaking 3D display project for NASA’s renowned Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. This remarkable addition welcomes visitors with a towering 30-foot 3D display that showcases NASA’s rich history, ongoing endeavors, and future aspirations. Serving as a bridge between technology, immersive art, and educational storytelling, Blunt Action played pivotal roles in bringing this unparalleled form of visual storytelling to life. Our studio’s contributions encompassed creative direction, executive production, art direction, design, VFX, audio engineering, and management for the entire project.
“Bridging cutting-edge technology and art to capture NASA’s grand story has been an electrifying journey for us. This project wasn’t just about creating an animation; it was about breathing life into history, crafting an immersive portal to the stars, and bringing that to the public’s eyes. We pride ourselves on pushing boundaries, and NASA’s trust in our creative direction has resulted in one of the most ambitious and breathtaking anamorphic visual experiences.” – Ethan Jakab
This project is to date, by far, one of the longest animations produced for an anamorphic 3D display coming in at over 6 minutes. This one-of-a-kind experience not only offers a captivating visual journey with seamless transitions, but also provides visitors with accurate and educational insights into NASA’s history and future aspirations. Lastly, thanks to the great work by SNA Displays this display is one of the largest for viewers to experience at eye level — thereby maximizing the impact of the immersive experience.
For media inquiries, please contact Ethan Jakab at 516-732-9019 or [email protected]. Visit bluntaction.com for more information.
About Blunt Action
Blunt Action is distinguished by its proficiency in a wide array of creative disciplines such as art, animation, programming, music, game development, with a specialization in creative consulting, 3D designs, animation, VFX, editing, and more.
About Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex brings to life the epic story of the U.S. space program, offering multiple days of fun, inspiration and educational activities. Included with admission: the all-new Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex®, All Systems Are Go!, an exciting immersive edutainment experience featuring state-of-the-art puppetry, lights, sounds and the beloved Peanuts characters in the Universe Theater sponsored by Northrop Grumman; Heroes & Legends, featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, presented by Boeing, Space Shuttle Atlantis®, Journey To Mars: Explorers Wanted, space films, the Rocket Garden, Planet Play and the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Just 45 minutes from Orlando, Fla., Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex opens daily at 9 a.m. with closing times varying by season. The new, two-day ticket, which can be used for up to six months from purchase and averages a cost of less than $45 per day, is now available for $89 per adult and $79 per child. Single-day admission is $75 per adult, $65 per child. For more information, call 877-313-2610 or visit www.KennedySpaceCenter.com
Vicki Jay, NACG CEO, emphasized the significance of Children’s Grief Awareness Month, stating, “Children’s Grief Awareness Month is a critical time for us to come together and address the pressing issue of childhood grief. Our goal is to provide simple yet impactful tools and resources that empower individuals to offer comfort and support to children who are grieving. “
Throughout November, NACG and its dedicated members will be sharing quick and easy statements that can be invaluable to someone grieving. These statements aim to provide comfort, empathy, and support to individuals dealing with the profound loss of a loved one. By fostering a more grief-informed society, we can collectively help alleviate the pain and isolation that children who are grieving often experience.
For more information on Children’s Grief Awareness Month and to access valuable resources for supporting children who are grieving, please visit https://nacg.org/flipthescript and search for #FlipTheScript on Facebook and Instagram.
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About the National Alliance for Children’s Grief
The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG), headquartered in Lubbock, Texas, is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. The NACG is a North American network comprised of over 1,300 professionals, institutions, and volunteers who promote best practices, educational programming, and critical resources to facilitate the mental, emotional, and physical health of children who are grieving and their families. Through our member’s and partners’ collective voices, we educate, advocate, and raise awareness about childhood bereavement. For more information about the NACG, please visit www.childrengrieve.org
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Vesey Street Capital Partners (“VSCP”), a private equity firm that invests in buyouts of lower middle market healthcare service companies, today announced it has been recognized as an Inc. 2023 Founder-Friendly Investor. Inc.’s list honors private…
“Every impaired boater creates a hazardous situation not only for themselves but also for fellow recreators out on the water,” says Lt. Curt Lewis, NASBLA Chair. “The substantial law enforcement presence on the water, coupled with the heightened outreach and educational endeavors of the ‘Operation Dry Water’ campaign, has contributed to a safer and more enjoyable environment for recreational boaters.”
In addition to enforcement efforts on the water, NASBLA also worked diligently with the states, other law enforcement agencies, boating safety organizations, and the U.S. Coast Guard to develop and execute the Operation Dry Water marketing and outreach campaign. This collaborative effort aimed to go beyond enforcing boating under the influence laws; it sought to increase public awareness and educate boaters about the risks associated with impaired boating.
The campaign’s targeted enforcement weekend occurs each year around the July 4th holiday, a time when there is a consistent increase in boating incidents and fatalities related to alcohol and drug impairment. The 2024 Operation Dry Water heightened awareness and enforcement weekend will take place nationwide, July 4 – 6, 2024.
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) coordinates the Operation Dry Water campaign, in partnership with law enforcement agencies and outreach partners nationwide, through a grant from the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Operation Dry Water (ODW) is a year-round boating under the influence awareness and enforcement campaign with the mission of reducing the number of alcohol and drug-related accidents and fatalities through increased recreational boater awareness and by fostering a stronger and more visible deterrent to alcohol use on the water. http://www.operationdrywater.org.
Almaz Negash, founder and executive director of the African Diaspora Network (ADN), was selected alongside other council members for her dedication to advancing sustainable development on the continent through innovative U.S.-Africa engagements and initiatives over the past 13 years.
Members of the council include Silvester Scott Beaman (Council chair), Mimi E. Alemayehou, Rosalind Brewer, Viola Davis, Helene D. Gayle, Patrick Hubert Gaspard, C.D. Glin, Osagie Imasogie, Almaz Negash, Chinenye Joy Ogwumike, Ham K. Serunjogi, and Kevin Young. The Council will provide invaluable guidance to reinforce cultural, social, political, and economic ties between the U.S. and Africa, and promote trade, investment, and educational exchanges between the United States and Africa. Deniece Laurent-Mantey serves as the Executive Director of the Council. Members of the council were officially sworn-in on the 30th of October 2023 in the presence of the U.S. Vice President, Kamala Harris; U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken; and U.S. Senator, Chris Coons.
Addressing members of the council and their guests during the official swearing in ceremony, VP Kamala Harris said, “The work of this council is an extension of the work that we do on behalf of the United States, to show our sincere interest in partnership, understanding mutual connections, and seeing where alignments exist. This is critical in reinforcing relationships and our democratic principles. I am also excited that the council will be a way to reintroduce the U.S. to the continent.”
According to Deniece Laurent-Mantey, Executive Director of the PAC-ADE, “As President Biden noted in his Executive Order to establish the Advisory Council, the African Diaspora in the United States is a source of strength. We look forward to working with the Council to encourage efforts to strengthen cultural, social, political, and economic ties between African communities, the global African Diaspora, and the United States“.
The African Diaspora Network, run by Almaz, will also be partnering with Arizona State University to implement the USAID $80 million award to empower Africa’s youth through the Young African Leaders Initiative Legacy Localization (YALI LL) Activity. The award is part of President Biden’s commitments made at last year’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to develop and expand initiatives to empower African institutions and people.
“ADN holds a distinctive position for making a meaningful impact, notably underscored by the appointment of our founder and executive director, Almaz Negash, to the inaugural Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States under the Biden Administration. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Almaz for this well deserved recognition” says Josh Ghaim, Ph.D, ADN Board Chairman.
Almaz Negash, Founder and Executive Director of the African Diaspora Network, says, “I am honored to serve on the President’s Inaugural Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Honorable President Biden, Vice President Harris, and their dedicated team for their unwavering commitment to Africa and the African Diaspora. I am also delighted that ADN will be a part of the ASU-led coalition to empower Africa’s youths through the Young African Leaders Initiative Legacy Localization (YALI LL) award from USAID. I look forward to the opportunity to learn, exchange ideas, and pool resources, with the goal of making an impact on the African continent and the communities we call home.”
Almaz, who has been a champion for diversity and social impact in Silicon Valley, was recently highlighted in De.Coded, a Human Atlas of Silicon Valley. Almaz and ADN are driving innovative approaches for diaspora engagement that go beyond remittances and extend to sustainable investments on the continent through initiatives such as the African Diaspora Investment Symposium, Impact and Innovation Series, the Builders of Africa’s future, and Accelerating Black Leadership & Entrepreneurship (ABLE). She will continue to use the ADN platform to mobilize, engage, and activate the African Diaspora to sustainably build and invest in the future of the African continent.
About African Diaspora Network: African Diaspora Network (ADN) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization. Our mission is to harness and engage the intellectual, financial, philanthropic and entrepreneurial capacity of Africans and friends of Africa in support of economic and social development across Africa. Since 2010, the African Diaspora Network has energized collaboration among Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, philanthropists and African Diasporans to uplift its local community towards the benefit of Africa. ADN is dedicated to providing virtual and physical forums to accelerate access to resources that foster partnership, knowledge sharing, and advance investment opportunities.
Automating the warranty reminder process through HIPAA-compliant transfer of Sycle warranty expiration data to ESCO
Creating a retention opportunity that builds trust and reinforces the clinic’s brand
Emphasizing the value of continuation of care via hearing aid warranty expiration and clean-and-check reminders
Convenient, automated integration frees up time for care
“We are extremely excited to partner with an experienced industry leader like Sycle,” said ESCO President Paul Harkness. “Patient retention is at the center of a successful organization, and we believe that ESCO can provide the glue that secures patient loyalty to the practice until they are ready to repurchase hearing aids.”
“In today’s competitive environment, retaining patients is just as important as finding new ones. This partnership helps clinics build their brand while maintaining important touchpoints,” continued Joel Lockwood, President of Sycle. “We’re thrilled to offer this valuable service that combines the power of Sycle’s systems and ESCO’s proven patient retention strategies.”
The integration is included with the Sycle subscription at no extra charge.
Hearing care practices who want to learn more about the program and how to enroll are invited to join a free webinar, co-hosted by the Sycle and ESCO teams on November 15, 2023, at 1pm EST / 10am PST.
