Episode Overview 

In this episode of Compliance Connection, Jennifer McNamara and Maya Turner dive into the essentials of proactive auditing, transforming what many see as a stressful process into an empowering strategy. Audits are not just about finding errors—they’re about protecting your practice, enhancing documentation quality, and fostering a culture of compliance. With actionable advice and real-world scenarios, this episode equips healthcare professionals with the tools to audit like pros and catch problems before they catch you. 

Who Should Listen? 

- Medical coders and auditors 

- Practice managers 

- Compliance officers 

- Physicians and healthcare administrators 

Key Takeaways 

Jennifer and Maya discuss why proactive audits are essential for protecting healthcare practices from compliance risks and financial penalties. They outline steps to create an effective audit process, from defining objectives to gathering tools like payer policies and NCCI edits. The episode also addresses common audit mistakes, such as mismatched codes or incomplete documentation, and provides tips for resolving these issues constructively. 

They emphasize how audits can be turned into opportunities for education, using findings to guide targeted training and foster a positive compliance culture. Throughout the episode, Jennifer and Maya share real-world examples, making audits less intimidating and more actionable for listeners. 

Resources Mentioned 

- Download the Audit Checklist (Free companion resource) 

- Connect with Jennifer and Maya on LinkedIn for a Live Q&A session on audits and compliance. 

Ready to take control of your compliance strategy? Start by scheduling an internal audit or reviewing your audit policies today. Don’t forget to subscribe to Compliance Connection and leave a review to let us know what you think. 

Stay tuned for Episode 9: Correct and Protect: Enforcing Standards with Impact, where we’ll explore how to create and maintain enforceable standards that drive real results. 

Produced by Highland Production.