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E/M Coding Updates for 2024
Ensuring Adequate Documentation to Prevent Denials and Penalties
In recent years, the Evaluation and Management (E&M) section of CPT® has undergone significant transformations, and the year 2024 is no exception. With a focus on enhancing efficiency in documentation and simplifying the process, revisions are set to address concerns surrounding the latest documentation guidelines. Additionally, a new CPT® code is being introduced within the E&M section, offering opportunities for providers. Furthermore, changes are in the works for the CMS Physicians Fee Schedule Final rule in 2024, particularly impacting E&M services delivered via telehealth, now that the Public Health Emergency has concluded.
Webinar Objectives
- Exploring the Significance of E&M Codes in Various Physician Specialties
- Understanding the Determination of Service Levels Through Medical Documentation Review
- Analyzing the Flexibility in Choosing Methods for Each Patient
- Examining Reimbursement Variations Across Service Levels
- Addressing Recent Changes and Common Concerns in E&M Coding
- Highlighting the Role of Insurance Audits in Detecting Fraud and Abuse, and Their Impact on Reimbursement and Penalties
Webinar Agenda
- Exploring the Changes in E&M Coding Requirements
- Identifying Necessary Documentation Adjustments
- Ensuring Documentation Adequacy for Code Compliance
- Emphasizing the Role of Education and Knowledge Sharing for Staff
- Understanding the Importance of Accurate and Comprehensive Documentation
Webinar Highlights
- Revisions to many codes by clarifying the requirements when time is the chosen method
- Description changes for shared/split visits
- Can we now report multiple E&M visits on the same day?
- New guidelines related to codes in which to determine the level of service is time.
- Inpatient and observation guideline changes
- Addition of guidelines and tables for the prolonged service with direct contact
- The first year of an E&M code as an add on for pelvic examinations
Who Should Attend
Coders, Auditors, Billers, Compliance, Physicians, Physicians Assistants, Advanced Nurses, Medical Assistants, Scribes
Lynn M. Anderanin
Lynn Anderanin, CPC, CPPM, CPMA, CPC-I, COSC, has over 35 years’ experience in all areas of the physician practice, specializing in Orthopedics. Lynn is currently a Workshop and Audio Presenter. She is a former member of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) National Advisory Board, as well as several other boards for the AAPC. She is also the founder of her Local Chapter of the AAPC.
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| Feb 02, 2023 | 2023 Coding & Billing Guidelines for Podiatry and DME | 60 Mins | $199.00 | |
| Jan 05, 2023 | 2023 Physical Therapy Update | 60 Mins | $199.00 | |
| Dec 13, 2022 | 2023 E/M Changes | 60 Mins | $199.00 |