NAEPS CODEquest Coding College 2010

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Target Audience

While the physician is ultimately responsible, each member of the ophthalmic team plays a vital part in coding and documentation of the medical record.

Topics

Topics highlighting the latest in coding and documentation for 2010 include:  daily chart notes covering all specialties, E&M vs. Eye Code, modifier application, unilateral vs. bilateral testing services, Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits, postoperative notes, PQRI and E-Prescribing, RAC, CERT, FMR, and OIG audit updates.

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

• Identify the latest rules and consultations

• Be better able to implement the CPT and ICD-9 updates into the practice

• Be better prepared for all types of audits

• Be able to identify practical application techniques to appropriately code for proper reimbursement in all specialties within ophthalmology

• Utilize appropriate modifier(s) in the office and/or surgical setting

• Appropriately document and code the components of minor and major surgeries

• Appropriately document and code the components for special testing services

• Appropriately select the level of Evaluation and Management or Eye code

• See examples of successful PQRI and E-Prescribing claims; and

• Recognize key components in coding correctly the first time

AAPC Continuing Education Units

This program has prior approval of the American Academy of Professional Coders for 4 Continuing Education Units. Granting of this approval in no way constitutes endorsement by the Academy of the program, content or the program sponsor.

JCAHPO CE Credits

This course has been approved for 4 JCAHPO “A” CE credits for completion of this course.

CME Credits for physicians

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this educational activity for a maximum of 4 general AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM .  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Location

Friday, April 16, 2010

Omaha Marriott Hotel

10220 Regency Circle

Omaha, NE 68114

402-399-9000

Schedule

7:00-8:00      Registration/Cont. Breakfast

8:00-10:00    Course Session

10:00-10:15  Break

10:15-12:30  Course Session

12:30            Course Concludes

Cost

NAEPS Members

Physician Registration………… $155.00

Staff/Coder Registration……… $115.00

NAEPS Non-Members

Physician Registration………… $230.00

Staff/Coder Registration……..  $190.00

Late Registration

After April 2                         Add $30

On April 16 (on-site)            Add $45

Fee includes Academy developed course

workbook, continental breakfast & break snack.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Sue Vicchrilli, COT, OCS

Sue’s 28 year ophthalmic

background includes all aspects of coding, reimbursement, practice management, clinic and surgical assistance. Sue is the Academy’s Coding Executive, the author of EyeNet’s “Savvy Coder” & AAOE’s Coding Bulletin, the Ophthalmic Coding Coach, Ophthalmic Coding Module Series, and Code This Case.