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HIA Announces 2025 Medical Coding Updates: Pre-Purchase of Courses Now Available on HIAlearn.com

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5 months ago

July 25, 2024

Health Information Associates (HIA) has announced the release of the 2025 medical coding updates, available for pre-purchase on their online education platform, HIAlearn.com. These updates include courses on ICD-10-PCS, ICD-10-CM & IPPS, and CPT & HOPPS, with release dates in September 2024 and January 2025. Pre-purchasing these courses provides access to free eBooks and a 25% discount when all four courses are bought together. The updates aim to enhance coding accuracy and compliance, and courses are designed to ensure coders are well-prepared. For more information and to pre-purchase, visit HIAlearn.com.

PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Health Information Associates (HIA) is excited to announce the release of the 2025 medical coding updates. These updates will be available on HIA’s premier online education platform, HIAlearn.com, providing comprehensive courses to help medical coders stay current with the latest industry standards. Pre-purchase for these courses is now open on our website. Pre-purchasing these courses not only secures early access but also comes with a free eBook. If you pre-purchase all four code update courses, you will receive a 25% discount. For more information and to pre-purchase the 2025 code update courses, visit HIAlearn.com/code-updates.

The 2025 code updates are designed to enhance the accuracy and specificity of medical coding, which is crucial for optimal compliance and revenue capture.

2025 Code Updates Release Schedule on HIAlearn.com:

ICD-10-PCS Updates: Available September 1, 2024ICD-10-CM Updates: Available September 1, 2024IPPS Updates: Available September 1, 2024CPT & HOPPS Updates: Available January 1, 2025

Summary of Expected Updates:

ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System) Updates:

Introduction of new codes for newly developed technologies.Revisions to existing codes to enhance specificity and accuracy in medical code reporting.Guidance for the implementation of codes for new technological and surgical techniques.Free eBook: Sepsis eBook – Simplifies sepsis coding, covering diagnosis sequencing, severe sepsis reporting, clinical indicators, and denial prevention.

ICD-10-CM & IPPS (Inpatient Prospective Payment System) Updates:

Addition of new diagnosis codes to capture emerging health conditions and diseases.Modifications to existing codes to reflect current clinical principles.IPPS changes that will impact hospital billing and reimbursement processes.Free eBook: Principal Diagnosis Selection eBook – Guides on accurately selecting the principal diagnosis.

CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Updates:

New codes for innovative medical services and procedures.Clarifications and revisions to existing codes for more specific and accurate reporting of procedures and servicesFree eBook: Breast Reconstruction CPT Coding eBook – Reviews variables required for correct coding of breast reconstruction procedures.

“The 2025 code updates are designed to enhance the accuracy and specificity of medical coding, which is crucial for optimal compliance and revenue capture. Our courses on HIAlearn.com are crafted to ensure coders are well-prepared to implement these changes effectively,” said Cari Greenwood, RHIA, CCS, CPC, Senior Content Strategist for HIA and developer of the HIAlearn Code Updates.

For more information and to pre-purchase the 2025 code update courses, visit HIAlearn.com/code-updates.

About Cari Greenwood

Cari Greenwood, is an educator and content developer in medical coding and auditing, and an AHIMA-approved ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer. With more than 20 years of experience in health information management (HIM), her expertise includes inpatient and facility/professional fee outpatient coding and auditing. She applies her knowledge to instruction and training, client support, and curriculum development and review. Ms. Greenwood has authored articles for several professional publications and produced and presented educational materials on multiple HIM topics.

Ms. Greenwood’s HIM expertise combined with her passion for teaching is the foundation for her career as an educator, author, presenter, and technical editor and reviewer of publications related to medical coding and auditing. Greenwood earned a post-baccalaureate certificate in HIM from Weber State University and is currently Senior Content Strategist for Health Information Associates Inc., a healthcare consulting firm specializing in coding compliance review, education and contract coding services.

About HIAlearn

HIAlearn, powered by Health Information Associates (HIA)—a leader in medical coding and auditing for over 30 years—offers a comprehensive online education platform for medical coders. With a catalog of over 200 medical coding courses accepted by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and a selection accredited by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), HIAlearn caters to both beginners and experienced medical coders seeking to enhance their skills. The platform provides an array of training plans tailored to meet individual learning needs, from mastering challenging coding procedures to understanding broad conceptual frameworks within the coding world. Courses are available across various coding types including CPT, E/M, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and are designed to cater to different coder levels and coding specialties such as inpatient, outpatient, profee, and CDI. Additionally, HIAlearn offers a Coding Updates bundle to ensure coders are up-to-date with the annual changes in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and IPPS. Beyond individual learning, HIAlearn supports organizations with group discounts, promoting enhanced coding accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across teams. With over 1,600 users already part of the HIAlearn community, the platform stands as a testament to its commitment to providing quality education and support for medical coders nationwide. For more information, visit HIAlearn.com.

About HIA

For the past 30 years, HIA has been the leading provider of compliance audits, coding support services and clinical documentation audit services for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, physician groups and other healthcare entities. HIA offers PRN support as well as total outsource support. Known industry-wide for its premier education offerings, HIA most recently launched HIAlearn, its new 100% virtual online learning platform with coding courses available for immediate purchase. HIA also offers Atom Audit, its proprietary medical coding audit and data analytics software. Atom Audit is an easy-to-use, intuitive coding review application that enables auditors to manage the entire audit life cycle efficiently and effectively. Features such as the customizable reporting dashboard and coder workflow give users the ability to turn audit insights into actionable next steps. For more information, visit HIAcode.com or call 866-HIACODE.

Media Contact

Taylor Hankinson, Health Information Associates, 1 (866) 442-2633, thankinson@hiacode.com, HIAcode.com

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OCR Canada Rebrands to Levata

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33 minutes ago

December 27, 2024

TORONTO, Dec. 27, 2024 /CNW/ — OCR Canada Ltd., Canada’s leading solutions provider of automated identification data capture (AIDC) products, software, and services for businesses across industries and government organizations, is pleased to announce its rebrand to Levata as of January 1, 2025. This transition unites Canada’s operations with Levata’s global identity, streamlining the company’s messaging while honoring OCR Canada’s more than 40-year legacy of trusted service and expertise.

The name OCR, which originally stood for Optical Character Recognition, reflects a technology that no longer represents the company’s comprehensive offerings. Rebranding to Levata supports the broader strategic vision of uniting Levata across markets under one multinational brand to better communicate the full value Levata delivers to its customers.

“This rebrand is an exciting milestone for Canada,” said Tony Mastrangeli, Executive Vice President & GM of Canada. “While our name is changing, the exceptional service, expertise, and relationships our customers rely on remain the same. Levata will continue to empower businesses with tailored solutions, just as OCR Canada has for more than 40 years.”

The transition follows a successful history of growth in Canada, with OCR Canada joining Levata in 2014. Since then, the Canadian arm has expanded its expertise through strategic acquisitions and established itself as a leading provider of AIDC solutions across industries.

“This rebrand marks the next step in Levata’s long-term vision,” said Dan Nettesheim, CEO of Levata. “By uniting under a single, global identity, we are amplifying our global message that we enable our customers to elevate their potential. Today, we provide solutions beyond OCR and barcoding, we also offer leading technology and services for enterprise mobility, RFID, networking, IT infrastructure, and more to help customers succeed in a competitive and rapidly evolving market.”

To complement this transformation, Levata Canada will launch a French-enabled eCommerce platform in January 2025, further enhancing customer access and experience.

For more information about the rebranding, visit www.Levata.com/en-ca/news/ocr-canada-rebrands-to-levata.

About Levata
Levata enables customers to elevate their potential by providing strategies, solutions, and services that power modern environments. With a broad suite of technology products to enable enterprise mobility, a digital supply chain, a secure workplace, and an elevated customer experience, and the services to move businesses forward, Levata unlocks the power of thousands of organizations worldwide. Levata has operated as a market leader in full-stack technology solutions for over 40 years. Learn more at www.levata.com.

Alana Tufford, Director, Enterprise Marketing
Levata
905-475-5505 x242
branding@levata.com

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“Intangible Cultural Heritage in China” Now Airing on CCTV

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33 minutes ago

December 27, 2024

BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Intangible Cultural Heritage in China, a landmark cultural series jointly presented by China Media Group (CMG) and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China, takes audiences on an immersive journey where tradition and innovation converge. Through interactive and engaging experiences, the program has ignited nationwide interest in China’s intangible cultural heritage (ICH) as audiences witness the dynamic transformation of ancient traditions into contemporary practices. A new episode continues on CCTV-1 at 8:00 PM on December 21, 2024.

Staying true to its core theme of “bringing heritage to life through people, crafts, and daily practices”, this series celebrates master artisans while showcasing the creative evolution of traditional culture. It illustrates how ICH enriches modern life, catalyzes new development modalities of cultural tourism, and strengthens regional economies through the harmonious integration of heritage preservation and tourism development.

In the Shandong episode, viewers are transported to the Ancient City of Langya in Linyi. CMG host Long Yang explores the city’s heritage districts alongside distinguished guests Shan Jixiang, Chairman of the Expert Committee of the China Cultural Relics Academy and Director of the Palace Museum’s Academic Committee, and acclaimed actress Kara Hui. Together, they unveil Shandong’s extraordinary cultural legacy through masterful demonstrations of traditional craftsmanship, immersive workshops, authentic Lu cuisine experiences, and an enlightening journey across the storied lands of Qi and Lu.

Watch the premiere at 8:00 PM on December 21, 2024 on CCTV-1, with exclusive streaming available on www.yangshipin.cn. Stay tuned!

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Thinkfree showcases AI-Driven future workplace at CES 2025

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2 hours ago

December 27, 2024

LAS VEGAS and SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Thinkfree, a global software company in productivity tools and AI technology, will participate in CES 2025, taking place in Las Vegas from January 7 to January 10, 2025. During the event, Thinkfree will present its vision for the future workplace powered by AI technologies.

Thinkfree will present scenarios showcasing the potential of AI to revolutionize productivity in next-generation workspaces, including autonomous vehicles and smart offices. Visitors will explore how Thinkfree solutions enable efficient data access, accurate information discovery, key detail summarization, and streamlined collaboration in mobile or in-vehicle work environments.

Thinkfree’s suite of advanced solutions powers these transformative experiences, including Thinkfree Office Online – a web-based productivity suite, Refinder AI – an AI-powered enterprise search and assistant solution, Thinkfree Drive – an integrated cloud storage and office platform, and Thinkfree Intellect – a tailored knowledge management service designed for enterprises.

Deekay Kim, CEO of Thinkfree, stated, ” As the digital transformation of work environments progresses, Thinkfree is committed to harnessing our expertise in productivity tools and AI to drive efficiency in the future workplaces, such as autonomous vehicles and smart offices. CES 2025 will provide us with the perfect platform to highlight our innovations to the global market and encourage partnership that will help define the future of work.”

Visitors to Thinkfree’s booth in North Hall, Booth #8676, at the Las Vegas Convention Center can experience solutions such as Thinkfree Office Online and Refinder AI, with experts on hand to offer guidance on technology integration and partnership opportunities.

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