Maximizing value in the emerging era of risk-based payment

Advisory Board research estimates that 81% of hospitals have an inpatient clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. Despite wide-scale adoption of CDI programs, their performance varies, and many organizations report subpar outcomes. A strong inpatient CDI program can pay for itself, yet common pitfalls leave some hospitals struggling to reap the benefits. This report details the four characteristics of best-in-class programs.