Live & Recorded Virtual Event
Overview
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the most frequent payor audit clinical denial types impacting CDI programs and the associated documentation deficiencies that contribute to denial risk.
- Demonstrate how CDI-driven workflows and interdisciplinary collaboration support proactive clinical denial prevention throughout the mid-revenue cycle.
- Assess payor audit findings and appeal outcomes to identify documentation improvement opportunities and implement targeted CDI education to reduce future denials.
Lori Ganote, MSN RN CCDS CLIMB
1.0 – Revenue Cycle Management
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Analyze the foundational elements and latest updates associated with TEFCA, CMS-aligned networks, and the projected impact of updates to the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.
- Deconstruct TEFCA Use Cases: Examine practical examples and achieve clarity on the specific meaning and application of each authorized exchange purpose within the TEFCA framework.
- Drive Organizational Interoperability: Understand how purpose-built technology serves as a critical enabler for consolidating siloed departments and building a resilient, scalable information governance framework.
- Strategize Partner Selection: Define key criteria for evaluating and selecting an external partner to effectively manage complex regulatory mandates and optimize the ROI workflow.
Beth Zuehlke
1.0 – Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy and Security
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Describe key organizational initiatives, governance actions, and strategic priorities presented in the MdHIMA Executive Board reports.
- Review and interpret financial reports, budget performance, and fiscal planning considerations as presented in the Treasurer’s report.
- Summarize delegate activities, advocacy efforts, and representative responsibilities presented in the Delegates Committee report.
- Apply information from executive and committee reports to support informed decision-making, ethical leadership, and effective participation in organizational governance.
Anders Yanike, CDIP, CCS, CPMA
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to interpret payer policies and coverage guidelines in daily coding and auditing practice.
- Identify common documentation gaps that lead to denials or reimbursement issues.
- Apply payer policy interpretation to real-world coding and compliance scenarios.
Marie Laguerre, CPC, CRC, CRCR
1.0 – Health Law and Compliance
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Describe the Health Information Continuum™ and explain how it represents HI work across sectors and the full lifecycle of health data.
- Discuss workforce and survey evidence demonstrating the breadth of HI practice and the limitations of setting-based role labels.
- Identify transferable HI competencies and shared information governance principles that apply across diverse practice environments.
- Apply continuum-based language and concepts to professional communication, mentoring, or workforce planning within their organization or association.
Angela Campbell, MSHI, RHIA, FAHIMA / Co-presenter: Leah Grebner, PhD, RHIA, CCS, FAHIMA
1.0 – Organizational Management and Leadership
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
- Understand AI’s Role in Healthcare: Identify the key benefits of AI in healthcare, including improved diagnostic accuracy, personalized treatments, and operational efficiency. Explain how AI technologies are transforming patient care delivery.
- Recognize Security Threats and Vulnerabilities: Describe the unique cybersecurity risks associated with AI-powered healthcare systems. Explain why healthcare data is particularly valuable and vulnerable to cyberattacks. Identify common threat vectors, including ransomware, insider threats, and algorithmic bias.
- Navigate Regulatory Requirements: Understand HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA compliance requirements for AI systems in healthcare. Explain the legal obligations for protecting patient data and ensuring privacy.
- Implement Security Best Practices: Apply a multi-layered security framework to protect AI systems and patient data. Develop data governance policies, including access controls, vendor management, and audit procedures. Identify appropriate technical controls such as encryption, network segmentation, and threat detection.
- Address Ethical and Privacy Concerns: Evaluate AI systems for transparency, accountability, and bias. Implement privacy-enhancing technologies to protect patient information while enabling innovation. Establish ethical frameworks for informed consent and equitable AI deployment.
- Balance Innovation with Security: Design strategies that enable AI adoption without compromising patient data protection. Create a culture of security awareness within healthcare organizations. Develop continuous monitoring and improvement processes for AI security and performance.
Kollin Napier, Ph.D.
1.0 – Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy and Security
Course Info
Event Date
October 30, 2026
8:30 AM-4:30 PM EST
* This event will also be available on-demand after the live webinar.
Total CEs
5.0
Domain(s)
Health Law and Compliance
Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy and Security
Organizational Management and Leadership
Revenue Cycle Management
Pricing
MDHIMA Member
$25
Non-Member
$35
Student
$20
MdHIMA Member – an AHIMA dues-paying member who has selected Maryland as their Component Association (CA)
Non-Member – includes AHIMA dues-paying members from other AHIMA Component Associations (CA) as well as AHIMA Credentialed Non-Members
Student – an AHIMA dues-paying member who does not hold an AHIMA credential or have registered for an exam and must be currently enrolled full or part time in a formal certificate or degree-granting program (including, but not limited to, CAHIIM-accredited or PCAP/ACCP-approved coding programs).
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Additional Information
AHIMA
This educational offering has been approved for continuing education credit for use in fulfilling the continued education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
AAPC
CEUs are accepted from programs sponsored by AHIMA national offices and the state or regional AHIMA branches. One hour of instruction is worth one CEU. A certificate of attendance or completion is necessary to show participation.
ACDIS
AHIMA CEUs that are CDI-related are accepted.
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