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NEW QUESTION # 14
A clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) must determine the present on admission (POA) status of a stage IV sacral decubitus ulcer documented in the discharge summary. What is the first step that should be taken?
- A. Look for wound care documentation
- B. Query the attending provider
- C. Read the nursing admission notes
- D. Review the history and physical
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The first step that a clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) should take to determine the present on admission (POA) status of a stage IV sacral decubitus ulcer documented in the discharge summary is to review the history and physical (H&P) because it is the initial source of information about the patient's condition at the time of admission. The H&P should include a comprehensive physical examination that covers all body systems, including the skin. If the H&P documents the presence of a stage IV sacral decubitus ulcer, then the POA status is "yes". If the H&P does not mention the ulcer, then the CDIP should look for other sources of documentation, such as wound care notes, nursing notes, or progress notes, to see if the ulcer was identified or treated during the hospital stay. If there is no clear evidence of when the ulcer developed, then the CDIP should query the attending provider to clarify the POA status. (CDIP Exam Preparation Guide) References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline1
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide2
Present on Admission Reporting Guidelines3
NEW QUESTION # 15
When a change in departmental workflow is necessary, the first step is to
- A. re-engineer the process
- B. assess the current workflow
- C. define the gaps and solutions
- D. set realistic timelines
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The first step in changing a departmental workflow is to assess the current workflow and identify the problems or inefficiencies that need to be addressed. This will help to define the gaps and solutions, set realistic timelines, and re-engineer the process.
References: AHIMA. "CDIP Exam Preparation." AHIMA Press, Chicago, IL, 2017: 125-126.
NEW QUESTION # 16
A patient receives a blood transfusion after a 400 ml blood loss during surgery. The clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) queries the physician for an associated diagnosis. The facility does not maintain queries as part of the permanent health record. What does the physician need to document for the CDIP to record the query as answered and agreed?
- A. That the blood loss was not clinically significant
- B. The associated diagnosis and the clinical rationale in the progress notes
- C. A cause-and-effect relationship between anemia and the underlying cause
- D. The associated diagnosis directly on the query form
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The physician needs to document the associated diagnosis and the clinical rationale in the progress notes for the CDIP to record the query as answered and agreed because this is the best way to ensure that the health record reflects the patient's condition and treatment accurately and completely. The associated diagnosis is the condition that caused or contributed to the blood loss and the need for transfusion, such as acute blood loss anemia, hemorrhage, or trauma. The clinical rationale is the explanation of how the diagnosis is supported by the clinical indicators, such as laboratory values, vital signs, symptoms, or procedures. Documenting the associated diagnosis and the clinical rationale in the progress notes also helps to avoid any confusion or inconsistency with other parts of the health record, such as the discharge summary or the coding. (CDIP Exam Preparation Guide) References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline1
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide2
Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice (2019 Update)3
NEW QUESTION # 17
Which of the following clinical documentation integrity (CDI) dashboard metrics is frequently used to help evaluate the credibility of CDI practitioner queries and the success of the CDI program?
- A. Provider agreement rate
- B. Provider response rate
- C. CDI query rate
- D. CDI agreement rate
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
The provider agreement rate is the percentage of queries that result in a change in the documentation or coding that is consistent with the query. It is a measure of the accuracy and appropriateness of the queries, as well as the provider's acceptance of the CDI program's recommendations. A high provider agreement rate indicates that the CDI practitioners are asking relevant and compliant queries that improve the quality and specificity of the documentation. The other options are not directly related to the credibility of the queries or the success of the CDI program. The CDI agreement rate is the percentage of queries that agree with the coder's final DRG assignment. The CDI query rate is the percentage of records that generate a query from the CDI practitioner.
The provider response rate is the percentage of queries that receive a response from the provider.
NEW QUESTION # 18
Which of the following diagnosis is MOST likely to trigger a second level review?
- A. Malnutrition
- B. Heart failure
- C. Acute kidney injury
- D. Pneumonia
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
Malnutrition is a diagnosis that is most likely to trigger a second level review because it affects the severity of illness (SOI) and risk of mortality (ROM) of the patient, as well as the reimbursement and quality measures of the hospital. Malnutrition also requires clinical validation and clear documentation of its etiology, type, degree, and duration2 References: 1:
https://www.ahima.org/media/owmhxbv1/cdip_contentoutline_2023_final.pdf 2:
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NEW QUESTION # 19
The key component of the auditing and monitoring process to ensure provider query response is to
- A. have a process in place for ongoing education and training of the staff involved in conducting provider queries
- B. make sure that the language in the query is not leading or otherwise inappropriate
- C. review queries retrospectively to ensure that they are completed according to documented Policies and procedures
- D. audit individual providers to indicate improvement in health record documentation
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 20
Which of the following committees should determine the chain of comnfand that will be used to manage physicians who are either unresponsive or uncooperative with the clinical documentation integrity (CDI) program?
- A. Communications
- B. Compliance
- C. Oversight
- D. Operations
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
The oversight committee is responsible for establishing the policies, procedures, and guidelines for the CDI program, as well as monitoring its performance and outcomes. The oversight committee should include representatives from senior leadership, medical staff, coding, quality, compliance, and other relevant stakeholders. The oversight committee should determine the chain of command that will be used to manage physicians who are either unresponsive or uncooperative with the CDI program, as well as the consequences for non-compliance. The other committees are not directly involved in setting the chain of command or the disciplinary actions for the CDI program. The communications committee is responsible for facilitating the information flow and feedback among the CDI staff, providers, coders, and other departments. The operations committee is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities and functions of the CDI staff, such as staffing, training, productivity, and workflow. The compliance committee is responsible for ensuring that the CDI program adheres to the ethical and legal standards and regulations, such as query compliance, documentation integrity, and privacy and security.
NEW QUESTION # 21
A hospital administrator has hired a clinical documentation integrity (CDI) firm to improve its revenue objectives. The physicians object to this action. How should the firm collaborate with physicians to overcome their objections?
- A. Communicate the benefits of the CDI firm about the project
- B. Hire a consultant to communicate the benefits to the physicians
- C. Identify an influential physician advisor/champion to promote support
- D. Create a vision statement that outlines the project objectives
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
A physician advisor/champion is a physician leader who supports and advocates for the CDI program and its objectives. A physician advisor/champion can help overcome the objections of other physicians by providing education, feedback, guidance, and mentorship on documentation best practices and their impact on revenue, quality, and patient care. A physician advisor/champion can also act as a liaison between the CDI firm and the medical staff, resolve conflicts or discrepancies in documentation, and foster a culture of collaboration and improvement. Physicians are more likely to trust and engage with their peers who understand their clinical perspective and challenges, rather than an external CDI firm that may be perceived as intrusive or disruptive.
A:Create a vision statement that outlines the project objectives. This is not sufficient to collaborate with physicians and overcome their objections. A vision statement is a general statement that describes the desired outcome of the project, but it does not address the specific concerns or questions that physicians may have about the CDI firm's role, methods, or benefits.
B:Communicate the benefits of the CDI firm about the project. This is not enough to collaborate with physicians and overcome their objections. Communicating the benefits of the CDI firm may be informative, but it may not be persuasive or credible if it comes from the CDI firm itself, without any endorsement or support from a physician leader within the organization.
C: Hire a consultant to communicate the benefits to the physicians. This is not a good way to collaborate with physicians and overcome their objections. Hiring a consultant may add another layer of complexity and cost to the project, and it may not improve the trust or relationship between the CDI firm and the physicians. A consultant may also lack the clinical expertise or authority to influence the physicians' behavior or attitude.
References:
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide, 2021 Edition. AHIMA Press. ISBN: 9781584268530 Q&A: Defining roles for physician advisor/champion | ACDIS Q&A: The Role of the Physician Advisor in CDI | ACDIS The Role of a Physician Advisor - UASI Solutions PA/NP in Physician Champion / Advisor Role - ACDIS Forums
NEW QUESTION # 22
Several physicians at a local hospital are having difficulty providing adequate documentation on patients admitted with a diagnosis of pneumonia with or without clinical indications of gram-negative pneumonia. Subsequently, clinical documentation integrity practitioners (CDIPs) are altering health records. Which policy and procedure should be developed to ensure compliant practice?
- A. Quality improvement standards
- B. Professional ethical standards
- C. Accreditation standards
- D. Performance standards
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
A policy and procedure that should be developed to ensure compliant practice for CDIPs who are altering health records is professional ethical standards. Professional ethical standards are the principles and values that guide the conduct and decision-making of CDIPs in their role of ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical documentation and coded data. According to the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding1 and the ACDIS Code of Ethics2, CDIPs should not alter health records without the consent or direction of the provider, as this may compromise the quality and validity of the documentation and coding, and may violate legal and regulatory requirements. CDIPs should also respect the confidentiality and security of health records, and report any unethical or fraudulent practices to the appropriate authority.
References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline (https://www.ahima.org/media/1z0x0x1a/cdip-exam-content-outline.pdf) AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding1 ACDIS Code of Ethics2
NEW QUESTION # 23
Which of the following may make physicians lose respect for clinical documentation integrity (CDI) efforts and disengage?
- A. Providing many lectures, newsletters, tip sheets, and pocket cards for physician education
- B. The physician advisor/champion's interventions with noncompliant physicians
- C. Inconsistent clinically relevant queries
- D. CDI practitioners sending multiple queries to hospitalist physicians
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Inconsistent clinically relevant queries may make physicians lose respect for CDI efforts and disengage because they may perceive them as irrelevant, redundant, or contradictory. Clinically relevant queries are those that affect the quality of care, patient safety, severity of illness, risk of mortality, or reimbursement.
Inconsistent queries may result from lack of standardization, conflicting guidelines, poor communication, or lack of clinical validation. To avoid inconsistency, CDI practitioners should follow best practices such as using evidence-based criteria, adhering to query policies and procedures, collaborating with coding and quality staff, and seeking feedback from physicians and physician advisors 2.
References: 1: AHIMA CDIP Exam Prep, Fourth Edition, p. 136 3 2: Proactive CDI: Tackling the Problem of Physician Engagement 4
NEW QUESTION # 24
A patient was admitted with complaints of confusion, weakness, and slurred speech. A CT of the head and MRI were performed and resulted in normal findings. Daily aspirin was administered and a speech therapy evaluation was conducted. The final diagnosis on discharge was transient ischemic attack, and cerebrovascular disease was ruled out. What is the correct diagnostic related group assignment?
- A. 948 Signs and Symptoms without MCC
- B. 093 Other Disorders of Nervous System without CC/MCC
- C. 069 Transient Ischemia
- D. 066 Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction without CC/MCC
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a neurological event with the signs and symptoms of a stroke, but which go away within a short period of time. TIA is assigned to DRG 069, which is a medical DRG. Cerebrovascular disease was ruled out, so it cannot be coded as a secondary diagnosis. The other options are incorrect because they do not reflect the principal diagnosis of TIA.
NEW QUESTION # 25
An 88-year-old male is admitted with a fever, cough, and leukocytosis. The physician documents admit for probable sepsis due to urinary tract infection (UTI). Antibiotics are started. Three days later, the blood and urine cultures are negative, the patient has been afebrile since admission, and the white blood count is returning to normal. What documentation clarification is needed to support accurate coding of the record?
- A. A clinical validation query is not required for either diagnosis.
- B. Send a clinical validation query for both the diagnoses of sepsis and UTI.
- C. Send a clinical validation query for only the diagnosis of UTI.
- D. Send a clinical validation query for only the diagnosis of sepsis.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice (2019 Update) - AHIMA1, clinical validation is a process by which documentation is evaluated to ensure that the medical record demonstrates enough clinical support for all documented diagnoses as mandated by the False Claims Act. If there is a lack of clinical support for sepsis or UTI within the documentation, a clinical validation query should be sent.
Query choices should list sepsis or UTI as ruled out versus ruled in (because the physician is documenting sepsis or UTI), but the query choice should also ask the provider to provide additional clinical support within the medical record. Additional query choices that are supported by clinical indicators listed on the query should also be listed as appropriate1.
In this case, the patient was admitted with a fever, cough, and leukocytosis, which are signs and symptoms of sepsis or UTI. However, three days later, the blood and urine cultures are negative, the patient has been afebrile since admission, and the white blood count is returning to normal, which are indicators that sepsis or UTI may not be present or resolved. Therefore, there is a discrepancy between the documented diagnoses of sepsis and UTI and the clinical evidence in the record. A clinical validation query should be sent to clarify if sepsis and UTI are still valid diagnoses or if they have been ruled out after study. The query should also request additional documentation of any other clinical indicators that support the diagnosis of sepsis or UTI, such as vital signs, physical exam findings, inflammatory markers, imaging results, etc1.
References:
Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice (2019 Update) - AHIMA1
NEW QUESTION # 26
A patient has a history of asthma and presents with complaints of fever, cough, general body aches, and lethargy. The patient's child was recently diagnosed with influenza. Wheezing is heard on exam. The physician documents the diagnosis as asthma exacerbation and orders nebulizer treatments of Albuterol and a 5-day course of oral Prednisone. The clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) is unsure which signs and symptoms are inherent to asthma. Which reference resource should be used to obtain this information?
- A. The Merck Manual
- B. Physician's Desk Reference
- C. AMA CPT Assistant
- D. Medical Dictionary
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
The reference resource that should be used to obtain information about the signs and symptoms that are inherent to asthma is The Merck Manual. This is a comprehensive medical reference that covers various topics related to diseases, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The Merck Manual provides a detailed description of asthma, including its causes, risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis, management, and complications. According to The Merck Manual, the signs and symptoms that are inherent to asthma are wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and dyspnea (shortness of breath) 2. These symptoms are caused by the reversible bronchoconstriction and inflammation of the airways that characterize asthma. The Merck Manual also explains how these symptoms can be triggered or exacerbated by various factors, such as allergens, infections, exercise, cold air, stress, or medications 2.
References: 1: AHIMA CDIP Exam Prep, Fourth Edition, p. 133 3 2: Asthma - Pulmonary Disorders - Merck Manuals Professional Edition 4
NEW QUESTION # 27
Identify the error in the following query:
This patient's echocardiogram showed an ejection fraction of 25%. The chest x-ray showed congestive heart failure (CHF). The patient was prescribed Lasix and an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI). Is this patient's CHF systolic?
- A. The query is leading.
- B. The query does not contain clinical indicators.
- C. The query is unclear.
- D. The query contains irrelevant information.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
A leading query is one that suggests a specific diagnosis, condition, or treatment to the provider, or implies that a certain response is desired or expected. A leading query can compromise the integrity and accuracy of the documentation and the coded data, and may also raise compliance and ethical issues. A query should be non-leading, meaning that it presents the facts from the health record without bias or influence, and allows the provider to use their clinical judgment to determine the appropriate response.
The query in the question is leading because it implies that the patient's CHF is systolic by asking a yes/no question that only offers one option. A non-leading query would ask an open-ended question that offers multiple options, such as "What type of CHF does this patient have?" or "Please specify the type of CHF:
systolic, diastolic, or combined."
References:
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide, 2021 Edition. AHIMA Press. ISBN: 9781584268530 Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice-2022 Update | ACDIS Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice (2019 Update) - AHIMA The Provider Query Toolkit: A Guide to Compliant Practices
NEW QUESTION # 28
Given the following ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index entry:
Ectopic (pregnancy) 008.9
What is the meaning of the parenthesis?
- A. Non-essential modifiers
- B. Inclusion notes
- C. Essential modifiers
- D. Exclusion notes
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 29
A patient presents to the emergency room with acute shortness of breath. The patient has a history of lung cancer that has been treated previously with radiation and chemotherapy. The patient is intubated and placed on mechanical ventilation. A chest x-ray is remarkable for a pleural effusion. A thoracentesis is performed, and the cytology results show malignant cells. Diagnoses on discharge: Acute respiratory failure due to recurrence of small cell carcinoma and malignant pleural effusion. Which coding reference takes precedence for assigning the ICD-10-CM/PCS codes?
- A. AMA CPT Assistant
- B. ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- C. Conventions and instructions of the classification for ICD-10-CM/PCS
- D. AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM/PCS
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the CDIP Exam Content Outline, one of the tasks of a clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) is to apply coding conventions, guidelines, and definitions for ICD-10-CM/PCS. Coding conventions are the general rules for the use of the classification system, such as the use of abbreviations, punctuation, symbols, and sequencing instructions. Coding guidelines are the official rules for selecting and reporting codes based on the documentation in the health record. Coding definitions are the explanations of the terms and concepts used in the classification system. The conventions and instructions of the classification for ICD-10-CM/PCS take precedence over any other coding reference because they are the primary source of coding rules and standards. The other coding references, such as AMA CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM/PCS, and ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, are secondary sources that provide additional guidance, clarification, or interpretation of the coding conventions and instructions.
References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline (https://www.ahima.org/media/1z0x0x1a/cdip-exam-content-outline.pdf) ICD-10-CM Features | Diagnosis Coding: Using the ICD-10-CM1
NEW QUESTION # 30
Which of the following is a clinical documentation element supporting a transbronchial biopsy?
- A. Length of procedure
- B. Pathology report documenting bronchial tissue
- C. Pathology report documenting alveolar tissue
- D. Hemoptysis
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
A transbronchial biopsy is a procedure that involves obtaining tissue samples from the alveoli (air sacs) of the lungs through a bronchoscope. A pathology report documenting alveolar tissue is a clinical documentation element that supports a transbronchial biopsy, as it confirms the source and nature of the tissue sample.
References: AHIMA. "CDIP Exam Preparation." AHIMA Press, Chicago, IL, 2017: 55-56.
NEW QUESTION # 31
Which of the following sources provide external benchmarks to examine the effectiveness of a facility's clinical documentation program?
- A. Health Care Financing Administration
- B. Medicare Provider Analysis and Review
- C. American Health Information Management Association
- D. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) provides external benchmarks to examine the effectiveness of a facility's clinical documentation program by developing and disseminating quality indicators (QIs) that measure various aspects of health care quality, such as patient safety, outcomes, efficiency, and effectiveness. These QIs are based on administrative data and can be used to compare the performance of different health care providers or facilities across the nation. The QIs include inpatient quality indicators (IQIs), patient safety indicators (PSIs), prevention quality indicators (PQIs), and pediatric quality indicators (PQIs). These QIs can help clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs identify areas of improvement, monitor trends, and evaluate the impact of CDI interventions on health care quality 2.
References: 1: Clinical Documentation Improvement Programs: Quality, Efficiency | Deloitte US Analysis 2 2:
AHRQ Quality Indicators 3
NEW QUESTION # 32
A clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) in an acute care hospital was asked to create new query templates for ICD-10 based on AHIMA and ACDIS guidelines. What should the multiple-choice query format include?
- A. Clinically unsupported diagnosis
- B. Impact on reimbursement
- C. Clinically significant options
- D. Clinically insignificant options
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 33
A patient was admitted due to possible pneumonia. Chest x-ray was positive for infiltrate. The physician's documentation indicates that the patient continues to smoke cigarettes despite recommendations to quit. Patient also has a long-term history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) due to smoking. IV antibiotic was given for pneumonia along with oral Prednisone and Albuterol for COPD.
Discharge diagnoses:
1. Pneumonia
2. COPD
3. Current smoker
What is the correct diagnostic related group assignment?
- A. DRG 194 Simple Pneumonia and Pleurisy without CC/MCC
- B. DRG 204 Respiratory Signs and Symptoms
- C. DRG 202 Bronchitis and Asthma with CC/MCC
- D. DRG 190 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with MCC
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the ICD-10-CM/PCS MS-DRG Definitions Manual, DRG 190 is assigned for patients with a principal diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and a major complication or comorbidity (MCC)1. Pneumonia is considered an MCC for this DRG2. Therefore, the patient in this case meets the criteria for DRG 190. The other options are incorrect because they do not match the principal diagnosis or the MCC of the patient.
ICD-10-CM/PCS MS-DRG Definitions Manual
ICD-10-CM/PCS MS-DRG v38.0 Definitions Manual - MDC 4: Diseases and Disorders of the Respiratory System
NEW QUESTION # 34
After one year, the clinical documentation integrity (CDI) program has become stagnant, and the manager plans to reinvigorate the program to better reflect the CDI efforts in the organization. What can the manager do to ensure program success?
- A. Prioritize to focus on efforts with the largest return on investment
- B. Expand the CDI program to larger areas in outpatient clinics
- C. Identify key metrics to develop program measures for coders
- D. Establish a CDI steering committee to build a strong foundation
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
A CDI steering committee is a group of interdisciplinary leaders who oversee and guide the CDI program's objectives, outcomes, and metrics. The committee should include representatives from finance, clinical, coding, quality, and other areas that are impacted by CDI. The committee should meet regularly to review the CDI program's performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide support and education to the CDI staff and providers. A CDI steering committee can help reinvigorate a stagnant CDI program by ensuring that it aligns with the organization's vision and mission, addresses the current challenges and needs, and fosters collaboration and communication among stakeholders. The other options are not necessarily effective ways to reinvigorate a CDI program. Expanding the CDI program to larger areas in outpatient clinics may not be feasible or appropriate without a clear strategy and plan. Prioritizing to focus on efforts with the largest return on investment may not reflect the true value and quality of the CDI program. Identifying key metrics to develop program measures for coders may not capture the full scope and impact of the CDI program.
NEW QUESTION # 35
A clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) hired by an internal medicine clinic is creating policies governing written queries. What is an AHIMA best practice for these policies?
- A. Non-responses to written queries are grounds for discipline
- B. Primary care physicians must answer written queries
- C. Queries are limited to non-leading questions
- D. Queries for illegible chart notes are unnecessary
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the AHIMA best practice for written queries, queries should be limited to non-leading questions that do not imply a specific answer or diagnosis, but rather ask for the provider's opinion based on their clinical judgment and the evidence in the health record. Non-leading questions help to ensure that the query is compliant, objective, and respectful of the provider's authority and autonomy. Leading questions, on the other hand, may introduce bias, influence the provider's response, or compromise the integrity of the documentation and coding. For example, a non-leading query for a patient with chest pain would be: "What is the etiology of the chest pain?" A leading query would be: "Is the chest pain due to acute myocardial infarction?" References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline (https://www.ahima.org/media/1z0x0x1a/cdip-exam-content-outline.pdf) Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant Query Practice-2022 Update1
NEW QUESTION # 36
Which of the following individuals should the clinical documentation integrity (CDI) manager consult when developing query policy and procedures?
- A. CDI practitioner
- B. Chief Medical Officer
- C. Compliance Officer
- D. Chief Financial Officer
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The clinical documentation integrity (CDI) manager should consult the Chief Medical Officer when developing query policy and procedures because the Chief Medical Officer is responsible for overseeing the quality and safety of patient care, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, and providing leadership and guidance to the medical staff. The Chief Medical Officer can help to establish the goals, scope, and authority of the CDI program, as well as to support the query process and promote provider education and engagement. (CDIP Exam Preparation Guide) References:
CDIP Exam Content Outline1
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide2
NEW QUESTION # 37
The clinical documentation integrity (CDI) manager is reviewing physician benchmarks and notices a low-severity level being measured against average length of stay.
What should the CDI manager keep in mind when discussing this observation with physicians?
- A. The indicator is a key factor of measurement for quality reports.
- B. The diagnosis with a higher degree of specificity has a lower severity of illness.
- C. The query response rate directly correlates to quality reports.
- D. The query rate is too high while the agreement rate is low.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the AHIMA CDIP Exam Preparation Guide, one of the CDI metrics and statistics that CDI managers should track and interpret is the severity level measured against average length of stay (ALOS)1. This indicator reflects the complexity and acuity of the patient population and the quality of care provided by the hospital2. A low-severity level with a high ALOS may indicate under-documentation or under-coding of the patient's condition, which may affect the hospital's reimbursement, risk adjustment, and quality scores3. Therefore, the CDI manager should keep in mind that this indicator is a key factor of measurement for quality reports when discussing this observation with physicians, and educate them on the importance of documenting and coding accurately and completely to reflect the patient's true severity of illness. The other options are not correct because they do not address the issue of severity level measured against ALOS, or they are not relevant to the CDI manager's role or responsibility. References:
CDIP Exam Preparation Guide - AHIMA
Demystifying and communicating case-mix index - ACDIS
Severity of Illness: What Is It? Why Is It Important? | HCPro
NEW QUESTION # 38
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