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Leigh Poland, VP of Coding Services at AGS Health, reminded viewers to attend the annual Health Information Management Association of Hawaii (HIMAH) virtual conference on June 19, 2023. Leigh led an educational session on the complexities of Debridement Coding in the Inpatient Setting, discussing rules, guidelines, and its impact on MS-DRG and reimbursement. This […]
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See You at the HIMAH Virtual Annual Conference!
Leigh Poland, VP of Coding Services at AGS Health, reminded viewers to attend the annual Health Information Management Association of Hawaii (HIMAH) virtual conference on June 19, 2023. Leigh led an educational session on the complexities of Debridement Coding in the Inpatient Setting, discussing rules, guidelines, and its impact on MS-DRG and reimbursement. This […]
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Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: Why Outpatient CDI is the New Frontier in Accurate Clinical Documentation
In the latest episode of RCMchat, a podcast hosted by AGS Health, the spotlight was on clinical documentation improvement and utilization management. The host, Michelle Dawn Mooney, conducted a dialogue with Scott Entinger, CEO of CDI Answers, and Eric McGuire, Senior Vice President for Medical Coding and CDI Service Lines at AGS Health. The […]
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Unraveling E&M 2023 Code Changes: Impact and Implications on Healthcare
The world of healthcare coding is evolving with the new Evaluation and Management (E&M) 2023 code changes. After nearly 25 years, these E&M code changes promise to reduce the administrative burden for physicians and coders while refining patient care. The shift underlines the healthcare sector’s commitment to streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and emphasizing medical […]
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AGS Health Medical Coding Webinar
Medical coding has become highly relevant in the healthcare industry as it translates medical diagnoses, procedures, and equipment into standardized codes. These codes are essential for various purposes, including things like billing and reimbursement, compliance and reporting, and patient safety, among others. In short, it’s a critical component that supports various aspects of healthcare administration, […]
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ACDIS National Conference
The ACDIS National Conference is an annual event organized by the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS). ACDIS is a professional association dedicated to the education and advancement of clinical documentation improvement (CDI) professionals. The ACDIS National Conference is one of the largest gatherings of CDI professionals, including CDI specialists, managers, directors, and physicians. […]
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“Outpatient CDI: Ensuring Accurate and Complete Documentation” May 25th Webinar
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significance of outpatient clinical documentation improvement (CDI) in healthcare organizations. As healthcare delivery models shift towards outpatient settings, outpatient CDI programs have emerged as valuable tools to enhance patient care, optimize revenue cycle management, and support accurate coding and billing. This article explores the […]
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Influence and Connection across Healthcare starts with a VOICE
In the latest episode of the Healthcare Rethink podcast, presented by FinThrive, host Brian Urban sits down with Alex Maiersperger, the Global Principal Healthcare at SAS. Their conversation charts the role voice plays in influencing and connecting the healthcare industry. Maiersperger, who co-founded the Advancement League, shares his journey from being a healthcare optimist to […]
Robotic Technology and It’s Impact on Painting Proves That Automation is in The Future
The advent of robotic technology is revolutionizing manufacturing and painting processes by elevating them to unprecedented heights. Tony Kerkhove, a seasoned professional in the painting industry, has a firsthand account of the transformative impact of robots within DeGeest Corporation’s paint department, where automation is integrated to streamline workloads and increase efficiency. The robots replicate […]
Technetics Groups’ Sealing Solutions are Propelling Company’s Expansion
The market for sealing solutions is a demanding one, but Technetics Group emerges as a global leader, with over a century of invaluable experience making it a trusted partner in the industry. Their unique solutions, grounded in extensive knowledge and innovative practices, push the boundaries in discovering improved results. The company also harnesses science […]
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Unraveling E&M 2023 Code Changes: Impact and Implications on Healthcare
The world of healthcare coding is evolving with the new Evaluation and Management (E&M) 2023 code changes. After nearly 25 years, these E&M code changes promise to reduce the administrative burden for physicians and coders while refining patient care. The shift underlines the healthcare sector’s commitment to streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and emphasizing medical […]
Understanding New Technology with AGS Health
Technology is continuously evolving, which leaves room for even more evolution and of course, new technology. Healthcare technology in particular has seen its fair share of advancements and up-to-date machinery and tools are the norm in the medical field. Considering current trends, experts forecast that due to significant growth and expansion, healthcare technology jobs, […]
Trends in Payor Denials in the Healthcare Industry
In the healthcare sector, it is becoming increasingly challenging for patients to receive insurance coverage for their services; payor denials are increasing. Oftentimes, insurance companies are deciding that certain services are not “medically necessary,” making it more difficult for patients to receive access to the care they need. In fact, in 2021, almost 17 […]
Declining Profit Margins
Currently in the U.S., hospitals have been seeing abysmal profit margin numbers. A recent research report showed that since the start of the pandemic, many hospitals are operating at a loss. There are many systemic causes, ranging from labor shortages and costs, supply chain issues for equipment, and the general increased costs in every […]

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Declining Profit Margins
Currently in the U.S., hospitals have been seeing abysmal profit margin numbers. A recent research report showed that since the start of the pandemic, many hospitals are operating at a loss. There are many systemic causes, ranging from labor shortages and costs, supply chain issues for equipment, and the general increased costs in every […]
Staffing Shortages and Improving Productivity in Healthcare
The healthcare industry endured staffing shortages long before the pandemic. However, the situation has been more critical in the past three years. Many now consider staffing shortages in healthcare a public health crisis. The USC School of Medicine looked at the staffing shortage crisis and found several factors combined to make the situation what […]
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Revolutionizing Revenue: AGS Health’s Dynamic Solutions for Financial Success
AGS Health is a global leader in revenue cycle solutions for large health systems and physician practices. They combine automation and global outsourcing to maximize revenue while reducing costs. By leveraging their expertise and technology, AGS impacts both the bottom line and top line for their clients. Their customer success organization ensures measurable impact, partnering […]
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AGS Health Medical Coding Webinar
Medical coding has become highly relevant in the healthcare industry as it translates medical diagnoses, procedures, and equipment into standardized codes. These codes are essential for various purposes, including things like billing and reimbursement, compliance and reporting, and patient safety, among others. In short, it’s a critical component that supports various aspects of healthcare administration, […]
ACDIS National Conference
The ACDIS National Conference is an annual event organized by the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS). ACDIS is a professional association dedicated to the education and advancement of clinical documentation improvement (CDI) professionals. The ACDIS National Conference is one of the largest gatherings of CDI professionals, including CDI specialists, managers, directors, and physicians. […]
“Outpatient CDI: Ensuring Accurate and Complete Documentation” May 25th Webinar
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significance of outpatient clinical documentation improvement (CDI) in healthcare organizations. As healthcare delivery models shift towards outpatient settings, outpatient CDI programs have emerged as valuable tools to enhance patient care, optimize revenue cycle management, and support accurate coding and billing. This article explores the […]
Choose an Expert RCM Partner
AGS Health is a healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) company that provides end-to-end RCM services to healthcare providers. They offer comprehensive solutions to optimize revenue cycle operations, improve cash flow, and enhance overall financial performance for healthcare organizations. AGS Health focuses on leveraging technology and analytics to streamline RCM processes and increase efficiency. They have […]

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Choose an Expert RCM Partner
AGS Health is a healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) company that provides end-to-end RCM services to healthcare providers. They offer comprehensive solutions to optimize revenue cycle operations, improve cash flow, and enhance overall financial performance for healthcare organizations. AGS Health focuses on leveraging technology and analytics to streamline RCM processes and increase efficiency. They have […]
“Are You Missing Reimbursements from Your E/M Coding” April 27th Webinar
Join us on April 27th for an informative webinar hosted by AGS Health, a leading healthcare revenue cycle management company. In this session, we will delve into the crucial topic of E/M coding and the potential reimbursements that healthcare providers might be missing out on. With the ever-evolving landscape of medical coding and billing, it […]
International Women’s Month
International Women’s Month, celebrated annually in March, is a time dedicated to honoring and recognizing the achievements and contributions of women throughout history and across various fields. It is a global observance that seeks to raise awareness about gender equality and women’s rights, while also promoting the empowerment and advancement of women worldwide. During International […]
How AI is Addressing Health Care Organization’s Biggest Painpoints
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making significant strides in addressing some of the biggest pain points in healthcare organizations. Here are a few key areas where AI is making an impact: Medical Imaging and Diagnostics: AI algorithms have shown promise in analyzing medical images such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans. AI can assist radiologists by […]
See You at the HIMAH Virtual Annual Conference!
Leigh Poland, VP of Coding Services at AGS Health, reminded viewers to attend the annual Health Information Management Association of Hawaii (HIMAH) virtual conference on June 19, 2023. Leigh led an educational session on the complexities of Debridement Coding in the Inpatient Setting, discussing rules, guidelines, and its impact on MS-DRG and reimbursement. This […]
Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: Why Outpatient CDI is the New Frontier in Accurate Clinical Documentation
In the latest episode of RCMchat, a podcast hosted by AGS Health, the spotlight was on clinical documentation improvement and utilization management. The host, Michelle Dawn Mooney, conducted a dialogue with Scott Entinger, CEO of CDI Answers, and Eric McGuire, Senior Vice President for Medical Coding and CDI Service Lines at AGS Health. The […]
Unraveling E&M 2023 Code Changes: Impact and Implications on Healthcare
The world of healthcare coding is evolving with the new Evaluation and Management (E&M) 2023 code changes. After nearly 25 years, these E&M code changes promise to reduce the administrative burden for physicians and coders while refining patient care. The shift underlines the healthcare sector’s commitment to streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and emphasizing medical […]
AGS Health Medical Coding Webinar
Medical coding has become highly relevant in the healthcare industry as it translates medical diagnoses, procedures, and equipment into standardized codes. These codes are essential for various purposes, including things like billing and reimbursement, compliance and reporting, and patient safety, among others. In short, it’s a critical component that supports various aspects of healthcare administration, […]
ACDIS National Conference
The ACDIS National Conference is an annual event organized by the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS). ACDIS is a professional association dedicated to the education and advancement of clinical documentation improvement (CDI) professionals. The ACDIS National Conference is one of the largest gatherings of CDI professionals, including CDI specialists, managers, directors, and physicians. […]
“Outpatient CDI: Ensuring Accurate and Complete Documentation” May 25th Webinar
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significance of outpatient clinical documentation improvement (CDI) in healthcare organizations. As healthcare delivery models shift towards outpatient settings, outpatient CDI programs have emerged as valuable tools to enhance patient care, optimize revenue cycle management, and support accurate coding and billing. This article explores the […]
Understanding New Technology with AGS Health
Technology is continuously evolving, which leaves room for even more evolution and of course, new technology. Healthcare technology in particular has seen its fair share of advancements and up-to-date machinery and tools are the norm in the medical field. Considering current trends, experts forecast that due to significant growth and expansion, healthcare technology jobs, […]
Choose an Expert RCM Partner
AGS Health is a healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) company that provides end-to-end RCM services to healthcare providers. They offer comprehensive solutions to optimize revenue cycle operations, improve cash flow, and enhance overall financial performance for healthcare organizations. AGS Health focuses on leveraging technology and analytics to streamline RCM processes and increase efficiency. They have […]
Trends in Payor Denials in the Healthcare Industry
In the healthcare sector, it is becoming increasingly challenging for patients to receive insurance coverage for their services; payor denials are increasing. Oftentimes, insurance companies are deciding that certain services are not “medically necessary,” making it more difficult for patients to receive access to the care they need. In fact, in 2021, almost 17 […]