ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting for 2025

Understanding the intricacies of ICD-10-CM coding can seem daunting, but it's a crucial aspect of healthcare documentation. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) have established guidelines to make this process smoother. These g... View More

Preparation Tips for the 2025 ICD-10-CM Code Updates

The 2025 ICD-10-CM code updates are just around the corner, and healthcare professionals must be well-prepared to ensure a smooth transition. As these updates play a crucial role in medical billing, coding accuracy, and, ultimately, patient care, understanding and implementing the changes is vital. ... View More

Impact of 2024 HCPCS Updates on Healthcare Providers

HCPCS stands for Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System, a standardized language for medical billing in the United States. It ensures the smooth processing of health insurance claims by Medicare and other insurers, facilitating clear communication between healthcare providers and payers. In order... View More

The Importance of Supporting Healthcare Workers Mental Health

Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, everyone's mindset about our healthcare workers has changed, and healthcare workers are crucial for our society's well-being. Due to this, these dedicated professionals are facing intense demands that are affecting their mental health. A survey from 202... View More

Impact of OPPS on Healthcare Providers

On November 2, 2021, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the ASC/hospital outpatient prospective payment system final rule, emphasizing the administration's dedication to price transparency and empowering consumers with the information needed for informed healthcare deci... View More

Pharmaceutical Continuous Manufacturing: What’s Next For Industry?

The pharmaceutical industry is experiencing a significant shift towards continuous manufacturing (CM), moving away from traditional batch processing. Continuous manufacturing operates without interruption, potentially increasing efficiency, agility, and flexibility in drug production. This can resul... View More

FDA Guide to Inspections of Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories

Do you know the slightest misstep can lead to huge altering consequences in the pharmaceutical industry? Quality control (QC) laboratories in the pharmaceutical industry play a critical role in ensuring that drugs meet stringent standards for safety, efficacy, and quality. In this guide, we outline ... View More

Navigating Challenges In HPAPI Development And Manufacturing

Highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredients (HPAPIs) transform targeted therapy, driving innovation across oncology, diabetes management, and central nervous system disorders. Representing over 30% of the drug development pipeline, HPAPIs are pivotal in modern medicine due to their unparalleled ... View More

How Pharma Companies Can Gain a Competitive Advantage With Efficient Mainte

The global pharmaceutical packaging market was valued at USD 45.07 billion in 2023, according to Statista. The industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.58%, reaching an estimated value of USD 65.63 billion by 2028. Given this steady market growth, it is crucial for ... View More

Medicare Program - Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program

There are many changes that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) passed last year, and there are many changes that will be in effect from next year. One of the crucial changes added in the Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Manual (PDBM) was introduced in June 2024. CMS Medicare has revi... View More

Importance and Role of Documentation in FDA Audit

In the pharmaceutical industry, FDA audits are a very daunting process that requires truthfulness. The FDA has intensified its surveillance of regulated industries. Although companies are expected to meet their regulatory requirements, the manner in which company staff handle an audit and interact w... View More

What DEA Rule changes on Marijuana

Marijuana is illegal under federal law and is classified as a Schedule 1 drug under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). However, 23 states and the District of Columbia have legalized its use for medicinal purposes. This difference between federal and state laws puts doctors and patients in a tough ... View More

Nursing Home versus Home Care: How Medicaid Cuts Shift the Balance