Steps to consider when preparing for RACs
Patient Access Weekly Advisor, December 30, 2009
Taking certain preventive measures can go a long way toward preparing your facility for RAC audits. One of the first steps is for you to make sure your staff understands the issues. Educating staff members builds the foundation for a successful system to deal with RAC audits.
For more steps, see the rest of this article on HealthLeaders Media's Web site.
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