Audio/Web-Conference Description:
Radiologists and hospitals frequently employ physician extenders, non-physician professionals who assist the radiologist and perform certain imaging services independently. These professionals may have a variety of different credentials, including Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA), Radiologist Assistant (RA), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), and others.

This session will briefly discuss the differences among the various credentials in terms of training and education. Then we will review in depth the Medicare requirements for non-physician practitioner billing and for “incident-to” billing, including the types of professionals to which these concepts apply; the limitations and restrictions on place of service, type of service, etc.; and the type of physician supervision required. Examples will be provided of billable and non-billable services performed by the various types of professionals in the hospital and non-hospital setting (imaging center, private office).

Time will be reserved at the end of the audio-web conference to answer participants’ questions about material covered in the session.

Cost*: $229 per session

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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The Goal:
The goal of this session is to prepare attendees to accurately assign diagnosis codes for diagnostic radiology services, discuss the differences between coding for commercial payors and Medicare, review common coding errors and discuss the quality of clinical information and the operational processes that may impact the coding process.

Objectives:

Abstract:
Official coding guidelines for diagnosis code assignment for diagnostic radiology services will be presented in an easy to understand format. How Medicare may differ from other payors in their requirements and how the pre-certification process for commercial payors will be reviewed to ensure compliance.

What is the correct code assignment for an infiltrate? A breast nodule? Common modality specific coding tips and traps will be reviewed in detail to ensure correct coding practices.

Can diagnosis information be obtained from other sources if it is not included in the radiology report? What do you do if the clinical information provided in the report header does not relate to the exam being performed? When must you call the referring physician’s office to obtain additional information? These questions and more will be answered during the portion of the conference dedicated to reviewing the quality and source of clinical data utilized in the coding process. Operational processes that affect the quality of diagnosis coding will be reviewed to equip the attendee with the information needed to review their own organization and create a plan of action to fix systematic problems!

"CSI's Coding Roundtables are a wonderful and inexpensive opportunity to gain in-depth insight on common coding issues. All of the speakers are wonderful!" - Amy Pouge - Office Administrator

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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Two Ways to Participate: Audio and/or Web!
CSI's Roundtable Sessions are Audio-conferences with the option to view the presentation on the Web at no additional cost! For those who are visual learners, this will allow you to hear and see the presentation as if you were actually at a seminar! For those who are audio learners, you may choose to participate by telephone only....it's your choice! No Special Equipment or Software Needed to Participate!!

"Oncology Diagnosis Coding 2009"
Audio/Web-Conference Description:
This session will include an overview of the Official ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Coding Guidelines as maintained by the American Hospital Association. In addition to code definition and sequencing, specific codes for neoplasms, prophylactic therapy, “history of” and supportive care will be discussed.

Through the use of specific examples, this session will prepare participants to accurately report documented medical conditions and ensure appropriate reimbursement. A single diagnosis code may not accurately report the patient’s medical status, and this session will emphasize the need to report all conditions managed by the medical or radiation oncologist.

Establishing medical necessity is a concern that affects all healthcare entities, and oncology specialties are not immune to this problem. This presentation will include a brief discussion of the Medicare definition of medical necessity, and the documentation to support diagnosis code assignment that establishes the need for patient services.

Cost*: $229 per session

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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"Prostate Seed Implant"
Audio/Web-Conference Description:
The primary focus of this session will include a discussion of procedure codes relevant for the reporting of radioactive prostate seed implant procedures. This will include procedure codes for the pre-procedure services, day of procedure services and post implant services.

Authoritative guidance, medical necessity, the use of modifiers, and associated medical record documentation will be reviewed. The information provided will summarize documentation requirements to support these service codes.

Cost*: $229 per session

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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"Introduction to Radiation Oncology"
Audio/Web-Conference Description:
Radiation oncology is a specialty that has a separate language, and the services provided during a course of radiation therapy have unique codes with potentially complex definitions. The purpose of this session is to provide an introduction to the abbreviations and distinctive language of radiation oncology, and review the translation of these terms into procedure codes.

Existing code definitions, the intent of the code as developed for use in billing and authoritative coding guidance will be discussed, as well as a review of essential terminology necessary to understand radiation treatment. This overview session is intended to provide those individuals who need a high-level introduction to radiation oncology services and related procedure codes for a planned course of therapy.

This module is designed for those with limited coding experience who want an introduction to a fascinating and complicated specialty.

Cost*: $229 per session

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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"Nonphysician Practitioners in Medical Oncology"
Audio/Web-Conference Description:
This session will include common definitions of nonphysician practitioners, services typically provided by these individuals, and current utilization in the field of medical oncology. Existing urban legends regarding new patient medical conditions, shared visits and more will be discussed.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has published numerous documents regarding the use of NPPs in an ‘incident to’ capacity, and the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has targeted ‘incident to’ billing for review in calendar year 2008. It is also important to remember that ‘incident to’ is a Medicare convention only, and other payors may or may not subscribe to this billing methodology.

The decision to hire a nonphysician practitioner generally requires significant front-end planning, and tips will be provided in this session to help the oncology practice analyze the impact of a nonphysician on practice revenue.

Cost*: $229 per session

Who Should Participate?
Medical coding professionals, billing staff, physicians, and managers and supervisors who are responsible for coding and billing.

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