Course Code: REL-RCC-AMA-003
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Explain the purpose and use of the modifiers.
Distinguish between CPT modifiers and HCPCS modifiers.
Determine when a modifier is required.
Apply the guidelines to determine the most appropriate modifier.
Correctly assign modifiers to procedures and services.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Modifiers
What Are Modifiers?
Categories of Modifiers
Types of Modifiers
Use of Modifiers
NCCI-Associated Modifiers
Hospital Use of Modifiers
Professional and Technical Components
Modifier Examples: 26 and TC
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Anatomical Modifiers
Anatomical Modifiers
Coronary Artery Modifiers
Eyelid Modifiers
Finger Modifiers
Toe Modifiers
Left, Right, and Bilateral Modifiers
Laterality Modifier Use
Review
Section 4: Anesthesia Modifiers
Anesthesia Modifiers
Anesthesia Specific Modifiers
Common Anesthesia CPT Modifiers
Review
E/M Modifiers
E/M and Surgical Modifiers
Procedures With E/M Codes
Review
Section 5: Surgical Modifiers
Surgical Modifiers
Hospital Outpatient Surgical Modifiers
Global Surgical Procedures
Co-Surgery and Surgical Teams
Surgical Procedure Modifiers
HCPCS Regulatory Modifiers: Site and Drug Billing
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Reviewer: Ronntriesse Cope-Prevatt, CPC, CRC
Ronntriesse Cope-Prevatt, CPC, CRC
Ronnie is a certified coder with over ten years of experience in profee coding, billing, and auditing. She also has a strong background in HCCs, patient administration, working claims edits, and denials management. Ronnie's coding expertise is in the areas of Orthopedics, Neurology, Pain Management, Interventional Cardiology, Gynecology, Urology, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, and Primary Care.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Healthcare Billing and Coding; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.