Course Code: REL-RCC-AMA-044
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the different types of procedures on the eye and ocular adnexa in the Surgery subsection of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code set.
Recognize key documentation elements related to surgical procedures on the eye and ocular adnexa.
Apply the CPT coding guidelines to assign codes for common surgical procedures on the eye and ocular adnexa.
Identify the correct modifier when modifier assignment is appropriate.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
Understanding Ophthalmology Surgical Procedures
About This Course
Ocular Surgery
Ocular Surgery
Clinical Indications
Ophthalmological Surgical Procedures
Documentation Elements
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Format, Guidelines, and Modifiers
Format
CPT® Ocular Procedures Format
Guidelines
CPT® Ocular Guidelines
Other Coding Guidelines
Modifiers
Common Modifiers
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Coding Ophthalmology Procedures
Scenarios
Coding Scenario 1
Coding Scenario 2
Coding Scenario 3
Coding Scenario 4
Coding Scenario 5
Coding Application
Case Study 1
Case Study 2
Case Study 3
Case Study 4
Case Study 5
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Cindy C. Smith, CPC, CPMA
Cindy is a Resolute Coding Manager at a large integrated managed care consortium and also trains new coders in the nuances of coding. In addition to those duties, she serves as a subject matter expert on coding issues for the company's Compliance Department. She has extensive knowledge in Specialty Coding as well as Surgical Coding nuances. She spent over 10 years’ experience as a Physician Auditor Educator assisting Providers in understanding the documentation required for the services provided as well as the diagnosis codes. Additionally, she spent over 5 years as an HCC Auditor in the early years of the HCC inception. Cindy served as an AAPC Local Chapter President for two years in Jacksonville, Florida.
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.