- Overview of endoscopy coding, including multiple endoscopy policy (upper endoscopy, lower endoscopy, ERCP, EMR)
- Top Modifiers Utilized in GI
- Coding for diagnostic studies
- Top E&M documentation issues
- Screening vs. Diagnostic colonoscopy
- Basic GI Anatomy and Physiology
- What is an ABN?
- What are Triggering Events to know when to use an ABN?
- Reimbursements, are they being protected in your practice?
- What are Mandatory ABN Uses?
- What are Voluntary Uses of the ABN?
- Who is held responsible for effective delivery of the ABN?
- ABN Standards
- ABN Guidelines
- Collection of Funds and Refunds
- Modifiers associated with an ABN
- Documenting and coding to the highest degree of specificity for ICD-10
- Appropriate documentation to support band ligations and endoscopies
- E/M documentation tips for assessment and plan portion visits
- Tips for practices on other ways to avoid denials
Revenue Cycle Management- Part 1 – Registration to Claim Submission
Recorded Webinar 23-10
Approx. 1-hour
No CEUs are available for this recording
Registration – The Start of the Revenue Cycle Process
• Collecting copays and/or deductibles
• Establishing no-show fees
• ABN (Advanced Beneficiary Notice)
• Notification Statements
Pre-Authorization and Verification of Eligibility
• Importance of medical record documentation
• ICD-10 specificity
Medical Necessity for diagnostic EGD’s, Capsules, Infusions, Hemorrhoid Therapy
Data Entry for Claims
Tips
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Revenue Cycle Management- Part 2: Denial Management
Recorded Webinar 23-11
Approx. 1-hour
No CEUs are available for this recording
Understanding the EOB (Explanation OF Benefits)
Top Denials For Gastroenterology:
Bundling Issues (Modifier 59 or XS use)
Visit Denied as Global (Modifier 25 – significantly separate visit)
Place Of Service Errors
Medical Necessity or Lacks Specificity
Diagnosis Code Exclusions
Top Medicare Denials
Diagnosis not supported by LCD (Local Coverage Determinations)
Duplicate Claim Submission
Medicare not the primary insurance coverage
Unprocessable Claims
Presented by:
Kathleen Mueller, RN, CPC, CCS-P, QMC, QMGC, CCC, ICD-10 Proficient
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Coding 101 “Diagnostic Studies and Ancillary Services”
Recorded Webinar 22-04
Approx. 1-hour recording
Appropriate Documentation/Coding Guidelines:
Diagnostic Studies
•Infusion Services
•Pathology Services
•Anesthesia Services
•Common Advanced Procedures in GI
•Proper documentation and claims processing for advanced and unlisted procedures
Presented by:
Kathleen Mueller, RN, CPC, CCS-P, QMC, QMGC, CCC, ICD-10 Proficient
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Coding 101 for GI Providers and Staff “Basic Endoscopy”
Recorded Webinar 22-02
Approx. 1-hour recording
Medical Necessity: The Key to Economic Success
Medical Necessity: Diagnostic EGD
Medical Necessity: Hemorrhoids
Medical Necessity: Multiple Endoscopy
Billing Principles
Gastroenterology Procedures
Screening Versus Diagnostic Colonoscopy
Endoscopy Tips
Presented by:
Kathleen Mueller, RN, CPC, CCS-P, QMC, QMGC, CCC, ICD-10 Proficient
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RAC and OIG Issues for all Specialties
Recorded Webinar #21-15
Approx. 1-hour Recording
OIG (Office of Inspector General)
RAC (Recovery Audit Contractor)
Top OIG Issues
Top RAC Issues
RAC’s by Region
Responding to a Medicare Audit
Internal Auditing – Tips for Practice Compliance
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Documentation and Billing Tips for Advanced Endoscopy & Unlisted Procedures
Recorded Webinar #21-12
Approx. 1-hour Recording
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection
Endoscopic Gastrocutaneous Fistula Closure
Endoscopic Myotomy
Intra-Gastric Balloon Procedure (Orbera and Re-Shape)
Necrosectomy
EUS and EUS with Fiducial Marker Placement
Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF)
Cystgastrostomy
Chromoendoscopy
Optical Endomicroscopy
Proper documentation and claims processing for advanced procedures
And So Much More!
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Top Compliance Mistakes for Physician Practices
Recorded Webinar #46
Approx. 1-hour Recording
* Learn How To Perform Appropriate Internal Audits For Your Practice
* Understand types of external audits that can be performed on your practice
* Understanding CCI Policy and Edits
* Preparing for an Audit: Risks
* Common issues that can potentially lead to audits
* Preparing for an Audit: EHR’s
* Review your HER
* Maintain an effective Coding Compliance Program
* Conduct Internal Audits
* Results of Internal Audit: Ways to improve
What Do Your Numbers Look Like?
Common Causes of Improper Payments
Improper Payment Rate Error Categories by Percentage of 2019 National
Improper Payments.
• 59.5% – Insufficient Documentation
• 18.7% – Medical Necessity
• 13.7% Incorrect Coding
• 2.1% – No Documentation
• 6.1% – Other
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Documentation and Billing for the Advanced Practice Provider
Recorded Webinar #43
Approx. 1-hour Recording
The use of physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other nonphysician practitioners (NPPs) if utilized correctly, can enhance your bottom line and free your physician’s time to function to their fullest extent. It is crucial however, to abide by the rules governing incident-to and split-shared billing.
Failure to comply with these rules can lead to issues ranging from claims denials on pre- and/or post-payment review.
Is your practice knowledgeable on Advanced Practice Provider’s billing requirements?
* Are you struggling?
* Clear up the confusion
* Get the facts
* Learn the guidelines
* Avoid claim denials
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Diagnosis Coding With Specificity
Recorded Webinar #39
Approx. 1 hour Recording
Document and code to support medical necessity
Top ICD-10 CM “non-specific” diagnosis codes to avoid for GI
Personal history vs. current condition
Importance of Z codes in GI (factors influencing health status)
ICD-11 CM Preview and Examples
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Coding 101 For The New Coder / Biller
Recorded Webinar – #37
Approx. 2 Hour Recording
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN): Medicare versus Commercial. What Every Office needs to Know!
Recorded Webinar – 18
Approx. 1 Hour Recording
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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Documentation & Billing – Tips To Prevent Your Practice From Leaving Money On The Table
Recorded Webinar – 16-1
Approx. 1 Hour Recording
Is your practice leaving money on the table?
Is your documentation lacking the necessary elements to support medical necessity?
These tips will be discussed:
Presented by:
Kristin Vaughn, CPC, QMGC, QMC, CPMA, ICDCT-CM
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