E. W.I.N.D. — Ward Intestinal Noise Database
W.I.N.D.
W — Ward
I — Intestinal
N — Noise
D — Database
I — Intestinal
N — Noise
D — Database
All confirmed anal releases of wind shall be logged into the W.I.N.D. system — a new module within our EHR accessible to nursing, case management, and the Revenue Cycle team.
Required Fields for W.I.N.D. Entry:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Patient Name | Full legal name |
| MRN | Medical Record Number |
| Date/Time | Exact time of anal wind release |
| Verification Method | Auditory, Olfactory, Patient Self-Report, or Bed Sensor |
| Duration | Estimated length in seconds |
| Volume | Squeaky, Moderate, Deep, or "Seismic" |
| Patient Reaction | Embarrassed, Proud, Denial, Asleep, or "Blamed the Bed" |
| Staff Verifier | Name and title of confirming clinician |
| GEV-2 Code | Auto-populated upon entry (for billing) |
The W.I.N.D. database will be reviewed weekly by Revenue Cycle Management to ensure all flatulence events are properly coded and submitted for reimbursement.
Questions regarding this policy may be directed to:
David R. Stoolworthy, M.H.A., M.B.A.
Chief Operating Officer — Saint Rectory Memorial Hospital System
Email: dstoolworthy@saintrectory.org
Phone: Ext. 2800
Phone: Ext. 2800