The New MOON, Leaving Against Medical Advice, and Sepsis

Published: Mon, 11/24/25

Updated: Mon, 11/24/25

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The New MOON, Leaving Against Medical Advice, and Sepsis

Lots of things happening last week for me to talk about. First, still no sign of the 2026 OPPS Final Rule. Many of us expected a Friday 5 p.m. release, but it did not happen. I wasn’t sure if I should have been sad or relieved. But the wait goes on. I also heard back from the CMS about the soon-to-expire Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON)...

The Removal of SDoH from the 2026 Final Rule

The 2026 Medicare Physician Schedule Final Rule includes several distinct policy changes in which the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) modifies how it uses or pays for services related to social-risk drivers and the social determinants of health (SDoH), by either eliminating these terms altogether or reframing them under different...

AI is coming for the most boring job in healthcare

Neal K. Shah argues that a growing systemic failure to recover revenue in clinics is because growing claim denials are being treated as paperwork instead of actionable data. He says that artificial intelligence can help.

AI In Medical Coding Demand Surges with 62.4% Usage Among Healthcare Providers

The global AI in medical coding market is projected to reach USD 8.4 billion by 2033, rising from USD 2.4 billion in 2023. A CAGR of 13.6% is anticipated during 2024–2033. Growth is driven by rapid digitalization in healthcare systems, expanded EHR usage, and the rising importance of accurate reimbursement. Healthcare providers are using AI...

AI Tools Used in Medical Coding

In today’s data-driven world, accurate and efficient medical coding is essential for patient care, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance within the healthcare system. However, manual medical coding can be time-consuming, error-prone, and challenging due to ever-evolving healthcare terminologies and coding standards. Nowadays, AI-powered tools are...

Best Practices for Handling AMA Discharges and Coding Accuracy

When a patient leaves the hospital against medical advice (AMA), the discharge is not only a clinical concern, but it can also create coding and compliance challenges. Ensuring the process is clear, consistent, and patient-centered helps protect both patients and providers while supporting accurate coding and revenue cycle integrity. It should be very clear, as...

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