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A patient presents with acute kidney injury (AKI) likely secondary to hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) secondary to metastatic breast cancer to the liver. Would AKI and HRS be reported separately or is AKI integral to HRS? Both conditions are reported to accurately reflect...
CAR-NK cell therapy is an investigational therapy that utilizes extracted natural killer cells from donated umbilical cord blood. NK cells are part of the innate immune system which provide the first line of defense against pathogens and cancer cells. Chimeric antigen...
Cystic Fibrosis (CF)Definition: A hereditary disorder characterized by thick secretions in the lungs, pancreas, liver, intestine, and other organs resulting in multi-system disease. Median survival is approximately 50 years. Diagnostic Criteria Lab work: Elevated...
Join us in celebrating Holly Wegley, who spent 13 years as a bedside nurse, primarily in the NICU, PICU, and across various pediatric specialties. She is now a CDI specialist here at e4health!Can you share your journey from bedside nursing to your current role, and...
Join us in celebrating Carolyn Durham, an RN, BS, and CCDS here at e4health!Can you share your journey from bedside nursing to your current role, and what inspired you to transition into the business side of healthcare? My journey in healthcare started off as...
On May 15, 2025, the Fitler Club in Philadelphia buzzed with inspiration, connection, and empowerment as the Metro Philadelphia HFMA hosted its 10th Annual Women in Health Care Leadership Event. e4health proudly served as the lunch sponsor for this milestone event,...
Immunodeficiency or an immunocompromised state refers to a weakened immune system that results in more frequent infections that are more severe and last longer than usual. There are two types of immunodeficiency disorders: Primary and Secondary. Primary disorders...
Join us in celebrating Scott Sifen, our Program Director, and explore how his leadership is driving innovation at e4health.Can you walk us through your career path and how it led you to your current role at e4health? I spent the first 10 years of my career at...
Type 1 Presymptomatic Diabetes Mellitus New Codes (Valid for October 1, 2024 discharges) Presymptomatic T1D consists of the presence of islet autoantibodies or biomarkers that attack islet autoantigens, such as insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Multiple...
Larynx Transplant is an emerging procedure for patients with laryngeal dysfunction or laryngectomy. The procedure replaces a damaged (or excised) voice box (larynx) with a new one, potentially restoring voice, swallowing, and breathing functions. It can include the...
A critically ill premature newborn was delivered at 23 weeks of gestation and diagnosed with jaundice. Phototherapy was provided and bilirubin levels were monitored. Is it appropriate to assign code P59.0, Neonatal jaundice associated with preterm delivery, based on...
Join us in celebrating Tim Brennan, our Senior Director of Healthcare IT and Operations Consulting, and explore how his leadership is driving innovation at e4health.Can you walk us through your career path and how it led you to your current role at e4health?...