Production VS Quality: What We Forget When We Audit Fast Article Reference Code: NAMAS.03.27.2026 Written by: Sonal Patel, BA, CPMA, CPC, CMC In large organizations, certified medical auditing professionals are faced with competing metrics: production auditing versus quality auditing. Leadership within these entities often set high-volume expectations for their medical auditors to expedite and complete per…
Developing a Comprehensive Coding and Auditing Plan for 2026 Article Reference Code: NAMAS.12.26.2025 Written by: Lindsey Chatelain, CPC, CRC Accurate medical coding and auditing are fundamental to maintaining compliance, optimizing reimbursement, and safeguarding the integrity of clinical documentation. While there is often an expectation that coders will identify and correct every discrepancy, the reality is…
5 Steps to Update Your Audit Plan for Office Visits via Telehealth Article Reference Code: NAMAS.12.19.2025 Written by: Sonal Patel, BA, CPMA, CPC, CMC, ICDCM Is your practice overwhelmed by all the noise? When it comes to updating your audit plan, it’s best to keep the focus on each service line you provide. For example,…