Accurate and inaccurate coding practices have a direct impact on revenue, so it's essential to establish a coding audit program. Coding audits may identify any areas of deficiency that can directly affect your profitability.

Regular coding audits are highly recommended, to ensure your coding staff has a working knowledge of current coding guidelines. Prelth Consultants will recommend an ideal audit frequency (monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, annually) based upon results from an initial baseline audit.

• Prelth Consultants Coding Audit Program will:
• Identify areas of coding deficiency
• Provide detailed audit and summary reports
• Explain variances and provide recommendations based on credible documentation
• Serve as an educational tool for your coders
• Meet or exceed your compliance objectives, as well as OIG requirements
• Pre/Post-audit calls are available
• Review the denials and implement corrections
• Create a policy and procedure manual