decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2000 Issue 7 (July)
5 auditing tips to keep your practice on target
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Article Overview
This brief article explains the purpose and basic structure of routine internal audits for physician practices. It focuses on general compliance preparation, review of selected records, documenting deficiencies, communicating results, and repeating audits on a regular schedule. The content is aimed at practices, coders, and compliance staff looking for high-level audit workflow guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Regular auditing can help a practice identify documentation or coding weaknesses before they become larger compliance problems. The article is relevant for teams that want a simple internal review process and a framework for tracking corrective action.
What You Will Learn
- Why routine internal audits are used in a practice setting
- What types of records may be selected for review
- How audit findings are documented and shared
- Why corrective action and follow-up audits are part of the process
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Physician practices
- Compliance officers
- Practice managers
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