Course Code: REL-RCC-AMA-029
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Identify the different types of upper digestive system procedures.
Locate upper digestive system procedure codes in the Surgery section in the CPT.
Recall the core concepts of CPT procedure coding for upper digestive system procedures.
Recognize key terms related to digestive system coding in CPT.
Identify common modifiers used with the upper digestive system procedures codes.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction to Upper GI Tract Procedures
Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Overview
Overview of Upper GI Procedures
Upper GI Procedures
Documentation Elements
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Format, Guidelines, and Modifiers
Upper GI CPT Codes
CPT Upper GI Code Format
Digestive System Guidelines
Other Coding Guidelines
Modifiers
Bilateral Procedures
Reduced Services
Distinct Procedural Service
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Coding Upper GI Procedures
Upper GI Procedure Coding Scenarios
Coding Scenario 1
Coding Scenario 2
Coding Scenario 3
Coding Scenario 4
Coding Scenario 5
Section 4: Coding Application: Upper GI Procedures
Case Study 1
Case Study 2
Case Study 3
Case Study 4
Case Study 5
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Sarah A. Serling, CCS, CPC, COC, CRC, CCS-P, CEMC, CPC-I, ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer
Sarah is a Subject Matter Expert/Writer for Relias's Revenue Cycle and Coding online education. Sarah is credentialed by AHIMA as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P), as well as an approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. She is also credentialed by AAPC as a Certified Professional Coding Instructor (CPC-I), a certified professional coder (CPC), a certified outpatient hospital coder (COC), and a Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), with specialty certification in Evaluation and Management Services (CEMC). Sarah extensive experience in both professional and facility ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding, education, auditing, and revenue cycle management. She has clinical experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Medical Assistant (MA) and has served as Director of Physician Billing and Reimbursement for a regional health system, Manager of Coding and Compliance for a hospital and cancer center, and Business Manager of Physician Practices at a teaching hospital, as well as a coding auditor and consultant. Sarah has also authored several coding textbooks, and other instructional resources.
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.