Get the inside scoop on what your ototechs can still provide in the wake of Medicare's new NPI regulations. On same-day ENT-EM and audiologist-test, we'll troubleshoot your modifier 25, one claim or two concerns and insurer trends. Then, delve into common ICD-9 pitfalls, CRP updates, OAE and ABR glitches, CI programming hang-ups to increase your audiology payments while remaining compliant.

Presenter: Jennifer Godreau, CPC

Throat-related coding may send you into the unfamiliar terrain of CPT’s digestive system. If you don’t recognize key terms, you might miss the anatomical structure and overlook the correct code. Coding lesion removals, T&As, and uvulopalatopharyngoplasties will make more sense thanks to these simple strategies.

Presenter: John F. Bishop, PA-C, CPC, MS, CWS

It's no longer enough to just check off elements to get to higher levels--you have to show a reason for doing it.

Presenter: Sandy Nicholson, MA, RHIA, CCS-P

Does reading a FESS op note give you a sinus headache? If so, you’re not alone. Coding ENT procedures is overwhelming to even the most experienced coders, thanks to long and complicated op notes. Lots of questions arise on how to code the report -- and capture the revenue you deserve. Get a leg up on the landmarks that’ll point you in the right direction for your CPT selection.

Presenter: John F. Bishop, PA-C, CPC, MS, CWS

With no CPT reference to Tymp I, and ENTs using ambiguous terms, such as "myringotomy with tubes," getting the right outer, middle, or inner ear code can prove a real chore. Don't despair. Go home armed with the info you need to hone in on the correct otology code every time.

Presenter: Marion Salwin, CPC, CPC-I

58, 78, or 79: The difference can spell P-A-Y or D-E-N-I-A-L. This interactive session will put your modifier use on the proper payment path. Work through scenarios that support an E/M-25, OV-24, or procedure-76 and ones that don't to experience first hand how to unlock revenue with these add-ons.

Presenter: Becki Garaud, CPC, CPC-E/M, RCC

Feeling the pinch to code a 99211 with allergy testing, or an E/M with an allergy injection? Before you say, "OK," get these facts. You'll also go home with a handy guide to nail down the reportable number of doses every time. Count injections, sticks, venoms and more without breaking a sweat.

Presenter: Jean Acevedo, LHRM, CPC, CHC, PCS

Coding based on time is an available option in the Evaluation and Management documentation guidelines, but many providers don’t understand the ins and outs of time based coding and documentation. You will dig into the documentation required and the coding conventions for these CPT codes. Walk a way with actual examples of documentation in both the inpatient and outpatient setting.

Presenter: Jillian Harrington, MHA, CPC-I, CCS-P, MHP

Per hour, in-office care can pay more than surgery provided you correctly collect on scopes, consults, and unrelated post-op services. Spot documentation details that point to a higher-level E/M — and get tips on coding visits without patients, quantifying risk as part of MDM, and navigating CPT versus CMS rules.

Presenter: Diana Zirul, MPA, RHIA

Comprehensive Error Rate Testing (CERT) , Recovery Audit Contractors (RAC), Medicare Contractor audits and the Office of the Inspector General are CMS’ initiatives to identify inappropriate billing. This session will provide an explanation of the different methods and how to handle requests for information. You will walk away knowing the audit process and have keys to effectively handle if and when your records get requested.

Presenter: Bruce Rappoport, MD, CPC, CIMC, CPC, CCS

You want to capture added grafting codes when you should. But sometimes the ear or neck procedure includes the skin work and other times it doesn't. And then sometimes you can add a lesion code, too. Go inside the world of cysts, tympanoplasties and neck dissections to up pay without unbundling.

Presenter: Diana Zirul, MPA, RHIA

If Medicare cuts and insurer denials have your physicians searching for better horizons, there's hope. This session will have you exploring new ways of boosting your bottom line from internal strategies such as expanding your A/R methodologies to external strategies such as adding a second location or bringing ancillaries in-house.

• Choosing Internal vs. External Expansion.
• Using a Strategic Decision-Making Process.
• Market Ramifications of Decisions.
• Financial Ramifications of Decisions.

Presenter: Mike Drinkwater, MHA, CPC-I, CCS-P, MHP

The seemingly ever changing Stark Self-Referral Regulations can be a very confusing concept for many practices. During this session, your expert will discuss key definitions under the rules, effective dates of the 3 different phases of Stark, and what your practice needs to do to protect itself from Stark violations. You will be provided with the tools to make your practice's operations more compliant under the law and much more.

Presenter: Jillian Harrington, MHA, CPC-I, CCS-P, MHP