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[![Reflecting on ACDIS Inspire 2025: Lessons for the Evolving CDI Landscape in ICD-10-AM Countries](https://www.cdia.com.au/hubfs/acdis.jpg)](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/acdis_reflection)

## [Reflecting on ACDIS Inspire 2025: Lessons for the Evolving CDI Landscape in ICD-10-AM Countries](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/acdis_reflection)

 Mike Kertes May 21, 2025

 As the curtain closes on ACDIS Inspire 2025, held in Orlando, Florida, it’s an opportune moment to reflect - not only on the impressive scale and..

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## [Copy & Paste - Foe or Ally](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/copypaste)

 Glenn Krauss October 21, 2024

 The electronic health record can be the physician’s foe or opponent, depending upon how the record is used and the information charted. The benefits..

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## [Is there such a thing as a perfect CDI program?](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/perfectcdiprogram)

 Samantha Ryan September 13, 2024

 In the world of CDI, it often feels like all the stars must align for the perfect program to exist. After reading recent articles on the CDIA..

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## [Required Components of an Effective CDI Program](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/cdiprogramcomponents)

 Glenn Krauss September 9, 2024

 Here’s a distilled and refined list of the top ten required components of an effective, high-performing Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)..

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## [Empowering Hospital Executives for CDI Success](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/executive-engagement)

 Mike Kertes July 11, 2024

 Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) programs rely on many factors for not only successful outcomes, but also for sustainability. These factors..

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## [Securing the Future: The Imperative of CDI in Healthcare](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/securing_cdi_future)

 Mike Kertes June 14, 2024

 Australia's private and public health systems are currently facing immense pressures that threaten their sustainability. These pressures, driven by..

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## [I have a clinical background and want to become a CDS; do I need a coding qualification?](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/cdsandcodingqualifications)

 Nour Alatari May 20, 2024

 In the intricate world of healthcare, Clinical Documentation Specialists (CDSs) play a vital role in ensuring patient records are accurate and..

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## [CDI Strength: Beat Risks, Boost Sustainability](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/cdiprogramrisks)

 Mike Kertes March 27, 2024

 In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) stands out as a critical pillar, ensuring the accuracy,..

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## [CDI Queries Work Best if the Recipient is Kept in Mind](https://www.cdia.com.au/category/articles-blogs/cdiqueries)

 Dr Erica Remer March 13, 2024

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