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Who makes the best CDS?

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford January 21, 2024
The CDS is the most important element in any clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. CDI is abehavioural changeprocess implementing..

What does a Clinical Documentation Specialist do?

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford November 20, 2023
You may have seen CDS roles advertised within your hospital or online, and you’re wondering what the role involves and if you’re the right person for..

Junior doctors: paperwork lackeys or key allies for CDI?

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford October 17, 2023
Don't miss this enthralling video as CDIA's Dr Felicity Sinclair Ford provides a glimpse into the life of a junior doctor, and her reflections and..

Establishing a CDI Steering Committee

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford September 9, 2023
Discover why a steering committee is a vital piece in your approach towards clinical documentation improvement in this latest video by Dr Felicity..

The science behind clinical documentation improvement (CDI)

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford July 19, 2023
Discover why clinical documentation improvement is a behavioural change process that requires a scientific approach.

Why CDI is here to stay

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford May 14, 2023
Hesitant to invest in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) because you’re worried it’s only a temporary initiative? Discover why CDI is a..

CDI in Conversation: Episode 9 with Laurie Prescott

Mike Kertes May 1, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In the..

How to Have Productive Clinical Discussions

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford April 5, 2023
Engaging in clinical discussions with clinicians is a core aspect of the CDS role.

CDI in Conversation: Episode 8 with Erica Remer

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford March 14, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In the..

تحسين التوثيق السريري هو رحلة وليس حدثًا

Nour Alatari March 10, 2023
Learn why Clinical Documentation Improvement isn't something that can be done once and considered "finished".

CDI in Conversation: Episode 7 with Erica Remer

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford February 21, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. Episode..

CDI in Conversation: Episode 6 with Andrew Vanlint

Dr David Tralggan February 6, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In ..

The Patient Paper Trail - Talking HealthTech

Talking HealthTech February 2, 2023
Can Australia go from laggard to leap frog when it comes to digital health adoption? Berne Gibbons is the Head of Strategies and Partnerships at..

CDI in Conversation: Episode 5 with Erica Remer

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford November 4, 2022
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In ..

Scope Creep

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford October 26, 2022
Learn to recognise and tackle this insidious problem before it derails your CDI program.

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Your HIM and CDS Teams

Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford October 13, 2022
Strong cohesive relationships will significantly enhance the success of your clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. Learn more from Dr..

CDI in Conversation: Episode 4 with Nour Alatari

Mike Kertes July 15, 2022
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In ..

Funding for the future: Investigating and implementing innovative funding models in Australia

Independent Hospital Pricing Authority June 29, 2022
The Independent Hospital Pricing Authority (IHPA) is pleased to release a new webinar series as part of its educational offering for local and..