CODING the BIG FOUR:
Diabetes, HTN, CKD, and Obesity

Presented by: Karen Scott, MEd, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, FAHIMA

The prevalence of these four diseases in our part of the country, and their interactions merit special attention for documentation and coding to demonstrate a realistic picture of the health of so many of our patients. These four diseases have far-reaching effects not only in the care of our patients, but in the quality performance and cost valuations in commercial and government payer contracts.

This session will discuss:

• Proper use of combination codes for reporting these interactive issues, which drive cost expectations by the payers
• Proper reporting of CPTII codes that can show treatment outcomes for quality
• Proper reporting of ICD + CPTII for obesity diagnoses and the effects of chronic disease on BMI level when choosing an obesity vs morbid obesity diagnosis and reporting a diagnosis without a BMI
• Specific questions regarding the number of combo codes you can report, reporting combo codes when all of these are present, how to report CPTII codes

Date:            July 22, 2022                                                                       

Time:           9:00 to 12:00                        

Location:     Online only. Link will be emailed to registrants one day prior to event.

3 hour CEU will be available for certified coding or mgt

**This series of courses is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff.

CODING the BIG FOUR:
Diabetes, HTN, CKD, and Obesity

Presented by: Karen Scott, MEd, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, FAHIMA

The prevalence of these four diseases in our part of the country, and their interactions merit special attention for documentation and coding to demonstrate a realistic picture of the health of so many of our patients. These four diseases have far-reaching effects not only in the care of our patients, but in the quality performance and cost valuations in commercial and government payer contracts.

This session will discuss:

• Proper use of combination codes for reporting these interactive issues, which drive cost expectations by the payers
• Proper reporting of CPTII codes that can show treatment outcomes for quality
• Proper reporting of ICD + CPTII for obesity diagnoses and the effects of chronic disease on BMI level when choosing an obesity vs morbid obesity diagnosis and reporting a diagnosis without a BMI
• Specific questions regarding the number of combo codes you can report, reporting combo codes when all of these are present, how to report CPTII codes

Date:            July 22, 2022                                                                       

Time:           9:00 to 12:00                        

Location:     Online only. Link will be emailed to registrants one day prior to event.

3 hour CEU will be available for certified coding or mgt

**This series of courses is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff.

2022 Evaluation & Management Coding: 
Deep Dive with Updates

Presented by: Karen Scott, MEd, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, FAHIMA

A deep dive into E&M Coding beyond just outpatient coding. Our focus last was on outpatient coding, but of course there is so much more. This  is an intensive review evaluation and management coding in all of its aspects that will also include the outpatient changes for this year. Please have your coding manuals prepared to participate in some exercises.

Date:               Friday, July 22, 2022  

Time:               1:00 AM- 4:00 PM.         

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

     ******* for MetroCare members and staff only****

Disaster Preparation

Rana McSpadden, FACMPE, CPC, CEMA    SVMIC Medical Practice Consultant

Overview: Disasters take many forms. Weather, computer system failures, pandemics and severe staff shortages are but a few, the well-prepared practice executive must consider. In this presentation, addressed are the steps for a successful response and recovery. Also included are the warning signs for workplace violence along with tips to safely navigate such unexpected events.

Objectives:

• Identify what a disaster is and why it is best to be prepared before one happens
• Discuss how to develop disaster and contingency plans
• Address the warning signs and potential responses to workplace violence

Supervising and Billing for Advanced Practice Providers: Avoiding a Billing Nightmare

Jackie Boswell, MBA, FACMPE – Assistant Vice President SVMIC

Overview: This presentation discusses state level supervision requirements and discusses requirements for Medicare “incident to” billing, as well as billing and credentialing with commercial payers.

Objectives:

• Understand the requirements for physician supervision requirements of mid-level providers in your state
• Discuss “incident to” billing and when it applies
• Delivery:  Conference, Physician Practice, Virtual

Audience:  Physicians, Administrators, Billing Managers

Approximate Length:  1 hour

2022 Evaluation & Management Coding: 
Deep Dive with Updates

Presented by: Karen Scott, MEd, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, FAHIMA

A deep dive into E&M Coding beyond just outpatient coding. Our focus has been on outpatient coding, but of course there is so much more. This  is an intensive review evaluation and management coding in all of its aspects that will also include the outpatient changes for this year. Please have your coding manuals prepared to participate in some exercises.

Date:               Friday, August 5, 2022  

Time:               9:00 AM- 12:00 PM.         

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

     ******* for MetroCare members and staff only****

************* In case you missed our earlier sessions this year, this is a repeat. New 3hrs CEUs only for those who have not done this program for 2022.