Posted by Jonathan on February 19, 1998 at 16:40:03:
In Reply to: Re: ER Problem posted by Peggy on February 19, 1998 at 16:35:03:
: : Now that we have a goal, what process needs to be implemented to acheive that goal, and what tools are needed?
: We need to determine what percent of charges are being lost.
: TO do this you would need to pull a precent of ER charts
: and review the chart for what was charged and what was not charged.
: After this data is collected you can determine the percent of lost charges and set a more specific target.
: I would then investigate the common charges for all patients and explore options to
: bundle charge all patients a flat rate and then use a charge sheet or sticker charge option to capture the extra items
: you could also look at it according to DRG's and come up with bundle charges according to specific DRG codes
I like the bundle code idea. This is much better for the overall workload of the nurse.