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eLearning Program Now Available On-demandExplore the complex issues within ICD-10-PCS, CPT®, ICD-10-CM, NCCI edits, Interventional Radiology, spinal fusion, Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and more. Each day will focus on specific areas and include case scenario examples along with hands-on coding opportunities. The sessions will be fast-paced, and attendees will participate at various times throughout the program. Increase your knowledge and improve your medical coding skills in this year’s program. Join this year’s workshop and learn from subject matter experts. This popular series of virtual workshops challenges intermediate to advanced inpatient and outpatient medical coding and CDI professionals. Learning Objectives Day One: Review the upcoming ICD-10-PCS changes and new procedure codes effective April 1, 2025, including case studies. Plus, back by popular demand, challenging spinal fusion PCS coding with new case scenarios. Day Two: Learn the coding conventions and guidelines for assigning SDOH ICD-10-CM codes. Identify current and past trends from HCAI data collection of Social Determinants of Health. Day Three: Identify and apply the critical documentation elements needed to accurately code complex interventional radiology procedures such as diagnostic angiography, angioplasty, stent placement, atherectomy, thrombectomy, thrombolysis and embolization. Day Four: Recognize top ICD-10-CM coding errors. This interactive session will provide attendees with the latest information on coding trends, problem-prone diagnoses and upcoming audit expectations. Understand new focus areas of regulatory compliance and audits. Plus identify strategies to address common NCCI challenges and avoid denials. Explore tools and resources to streamline the management of NCCI edits. Required Materials: Attendees should have access to 2025 ICD-10-CM, PCS and CPT® code books and/or an encoder to reference during the sessions Attendees should be intermediate or advanced medical coding or CDI professionals and understand ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT® definitions and guidelines before attending each session. This virtual eLearning program will be held on four consecutive Thursdays beginning March 6th. Best price is to purchase the full workshop. Sessions can be purchased separately. For more detailed information about each session’s content, see the daily detailed program descriptions below. (For best price register by 6 PM PT February 26)
eLearning Program DetailsContinuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day One | 12 Total ProgramHIIM Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance Day One Agenda
Session DescriptionsICD-10-PCS Updates for April 1 and New Procedure Code ReviewPresenter: Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA This two-hour session will help elevate knowledge of ICD-10-PCS coding of the newest additions to the code set for April 1, 2025. The presentation will use operative report documentation to provide details for coding. Attend
to learn about transferring the ileum to a new location in the body, coding a new bypass procedure for heart failure and other additions for April 1. Operative report documentation associated with some of the major new
procedures added to the code set in October 2024 for FY2025 will be used. The presentation will also cover the updates to the reference keys for ICD-10-PCS and what to do if the reference keys are not helpful. Attendees
will be provided with extra resource documents called "Lynn's Expanded Substance Key" and "Lynn's Device Key" as part of their handouts. The program will include coding and discussion of 12 case studies to prepare attendees
for coding all new ICD-10-PCS.
At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
Spinal Fusion ChallengesPresenter: Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA Back by popular demand… Spinal Fusion coding continues to be challenging. This session will use case studies to discuss details of the documentation that requires a difference in code assignment. Changes to the MS-DRGs for spinal fusion and what you need to know about them will also be discussed. Questions about each case will be reviewed. Continuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day Two | 12 Total Program1.5 CEUs Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance Day Two Agenda
Session DescriptionsCapturing SDOH: The Role of Medical Coders in Promoting Health EquityPresenter: Nancy Andersen, MS, RHIA, CCS, CHC ICD-10-CM social determinants of health (SDOH) codes describe social problems, conditions or risk factors that influence a patient’s health. This webinar will discuss the role of medical coding in capturing SDOH conditions, the importance of this data and the use of SDOH data in promoting health equity. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
HCAI Updates on SDOH Data in California and AnalyticsPresenters: Nancy Andersen, MS, RHIA, CCS, CHC and Anthony Tapney, MBA Highlight current and past HCAI data collection of Social Determinants of Health. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
Continuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day Three | 12 Total ProgramHIIM Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance and Revenue Cycle Management Day Three Agenda
Session DescriptionsMastering Complex Interventional Radiology Coding: Expert Tips to Audit-Proof Your ClaimsPresenter: Stacie Buck, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, CPCO, CCC, CIRCC, RCC, RCCIR Are you confident that you are coding correctly for the most common complex interventional procedures? In this session, interventional radiology coding expert Stacie Buck will provide tips for documentation improvement to audit-proof your claims and ensure that you are getting all the revenue to which you are entitled. If all the coding rules and documentation requirements for coding complex interventional radiology procedures sometimes leave you dazed and confused, this session is for you! Specifically, Stacie will provide documentation tips for the following procedures: diagnostic angiography, angioplasty, stent, atherectomy, thrombectomy, thrombolysis and embolization. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
Expert Tips for Coding and Auditing of Embolization ProceduresPresenter: Stacie Buck, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, CPCO, CCC, CIRCC, RCC, RCCIR It’s no secret that complex interventional radiology procedures are some of the most difficult to code and, as such, reveal many coding errors when these encounters are audited. Embolization procedures are notorious for being reported incorrectly due to both the myriads of coding rules surrounding embolization, as well as documentation requirements for all associated components of embolization procedures. In this session, interventional radiology coding expert Stacie Buck will provide tips for deciphering documentation and breakdown all the CPT® coding rules for the various embolization procedures, including TACE, SIRT, CARTO, BRTO, neuroembolization, and so many more! Participants will be analyzing and auditing different types of embolization operative reports and identifying crucial elements that substantiate every aspect of the procedure. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
Continuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day Four | 12 Total ProgramHIIM Domain: Data Structure, Content, and Information Governance Day Four Agenda
Session DescriptionsICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Compliance ChallengesPresenter: Gloryanne Bryant, MA, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, CCDS Join us for an engaging session where we’ll explore the evolving landscape of coding compliance and its impact on health information, CDI, coding, and the revenue cycle. Have we truly seen improvements in clinical documentation over the past 15 years, or are there still challenges to overcome? This thought-provoking discussion will dive into the complexities of this topic. For professionals in HI Medical Coding, CDI, and Compliance, we'll focus on actionable strategies to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Through real-world case examples, attendees will actively engage in discussions to uncover solutions. As we all know, ensuring coding accuracy can be tough, but with the right education and approach, we can drive positive outcomes and continuous improvement. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
NCCI Edits: Ensuring Accurate Medical Coding & BillingPresenters: Patricia Chua, RHIT, CCS, CCDS and Chris Vinciguerra, CCS, CCS-P, CPC-P, CEDC, CRCR This session explores the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), a program established by CMS to promote correct coding practices and prevent improper payments. It focuses on understanding the two primary types of edits, procedure-to-procedure (PTP) Edits and Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) and their impact on claims processing. Attendees will gain insights into the purpose of NCCI edits, common coding challenges, and strategies to resolve edit-related denials. The session will emphasize the importance of proper modifier usage, robust documentation, and staying current with CMS updates. Join the session to understand the types of NCCI edits and how they apply to claims. Explore tools and resources to streamline the management of NCCI edits. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to:
Nancy Andersen, MS, RHIA, CCS, CHCMMs. Andersen is both an independent health information consultant and manager of coding education and training at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Prior to her current roles, Nancy was the National Director of Risk Adjustment Coding, Revenue Management Compliance, for Kaiser Permanente Foundation Health Plan. She holds a Master of Science in Health Information Management as well as a RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), and Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) with over 40 years of experience in Health Information Management (HIM). Ms. Andersen is a past member of the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) board of directors 2021-2024 and Chair of the AHIMA Governance Committee. She has also served as a volunteer leader at the state and local level including President for the California Health Information Association (CHIA), Director on the Board of Directors for (CHIA); past Chair of numerous CHIA committees. 
Gloryanne Bryant, MA, RHIA, CDIP, CCS, CCDSGloryanne is a Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) with 40 years of Revenue Cycle experience. She is certified by the American Health Information Management Association as a Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP), a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and is also certified by the Association for Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS) as a Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS). She is proficient in ICD-10-CM/PCS and has been an instructor for nine years. Ms. Bryant has extensive experience in clinical coding, auditing, billing compliance and reimbursement. This experience includes Clinical Documentation Assessments, Query Development, MS-DRG Audits, Rehabilitation Coding Audits, ED Coding Audits, Provider Documentation Training and Peer-to-Peer Coding Education. 
Stacie Buck, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, RCC, RCCIR, CIRCCStacie Buck, RHIA, CCS-P, CPCO, CCC, CIRCC, RCC, RCCIR is President and senior Consultant at RadRx, which provides coding, auditing, and education services to a nationwide client base for interventional and diagnostic radiology. With over three decades of experience in the healthcare sector, Stacie is a seasoned professional renowned for her expertise in interventional and diagnostic radiology coding. During her career, Stacie has earned a reputation as a distinguished speaker on the national circuit. As an author, Stacie has contributed to the body of knowledge in radiology coding and reimbursement, with her work featured in prestigious publications including AAPC Healthcare Business Monthly, Journal of AHIMA, and Radiology Management: The Journal of AHRA. She is the author of the book Cracking the IR Code: Your Comprehensive Guide to Mastering Interventional Radiology Coding and has developed online training programs for both interventional and diagnostic radiology. 
Patricia Chua, RHIT, CCS, CCDSPatty Chua, RHIT, CCS, CCDS, is the founder and COO for Innova Revenue Group. She has more than 20 years of experience in the HIM/CDI/coding industry and is one of the nation’s foremost experts in coding and clinical documentation integrity (CDI). She is proficient in all aspects of CDI, revenue optimization, inpatient and outpatient coding, auditing, charge capture and regulatory compliance. 
Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMALynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA is a healthcare consultant with over thirty-five years of experience in coding and reimbursement systems. She specializes in ICD-10-PCS. Ms. Kuehn has authored "ICD-10-PCS: An Applied Approach" for AHIMA and multiple online coding courses for Libman Education. She holds several AHIMA credentials. 
Anthony Tapney, MBAAnthony had been with HCAI for 11 years. He is currently the Assistant Branch Chief in the Enterprise Data Operations Branch overseeing several data collection programs. Previously, he served as Section Manager, Assistant Manager, Lead Analyst, and Regulation Coordinator in the Patient Data Section. He earned a Master of Business Administration from California State University, Sacramento. 
Chris Vinciguerra, CCS, CCS-P, CPC-P, CEDC, CRCRChris Vinciguerra entered the coding and billing profession over 25 years ago. During this time, Chris has been involved in many aspects of the revenue cycle, including facility and professional billing and coding, billing compliance, facility charge capture auditing, both internal and external coder and/or provider audits, revenue cycle consulting plus provider and coder education. Currently, her responsibilities include chart auditing, outpatient coding for multiple specialties and Inpatient Critical Access hospital coding. eLearning Program Registration Fees and DetailsLive access to the eLearning Program will be available to those who register at least one (1) business day before the live event. Group
orders must be received three (3) business days prior. Registrations submitted after these dates will receive on-demand access only. For late registrations, live access may be offered but is not guaranteed. Registration FeesSave $60 off the regular full program fee or $20 off the regular individual session fee, if you register on or before 6 PM PT on February 26, 2025.Early-Bird Fees
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