Description: In the current regulatory environment, acute care facilities face increasing pressure from payor denials that jeopardize financial stability. This session explores how Inpatient Clinical Documentation Integrity (IP CDI) programs serve as the first line of defense in a robust denial management strategy. We will examine the intersection of clinical care and accurate data representation, focusing on high-risk DRGs and common clinical indicators that trigger medical necessity and coding denials. Attendees will learn how to transition their CDI programs from a volume-based approach to a quality-focused model that prioritizes documentation defensibility.

Webinar Date: This was presented as part of IHIMA’s 2026 Annual Meeting & Exhibit – April 2026

Duration: 1 hour

Speaker: Lori Ganote, MSN, RN, CCDS, CLIMB, Director of CDI Quality at Velarity HCS, is a seasoned healthcare leader with a background in nursing and Clinical documentation Integrity, Lori specializes in bridging the gap between clinical care and accurate data representation. At Velarity HCS, she oversees quality initiatives that ensure high standards in clinical documentation, supporting both patient outcomes and organizational financial health. With her extensive credentials, including a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and specialized certifications like CCDS and CLIMB, she brings deep expertise in auditing, process improvement, and the complexities of the modern revenue cycle. Lori is a dedicated advocate for continuous education and frequently shares her insights on best practices for maintaining data integrity in evolving clinical environments.

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Cost: $25 Members/ $35 Non-Members

1 AHIMA CEU*

Domain: Revenue Cycle Management

*Relevant AHIMA CEUs are accepted by the following organizations: American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS)