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Challenges in Vascular Ultrasound: Coding, Reimbursement and Appeals in 2015


 What you do not know could hurt you … and your patients!

We are halfway through 2015, is your coding and reimbursement processes where you want them to be?

This is the perfect time to gain control of your processes in preparation for the upcoming ICD-10 transition and the changes that are coming this year. Gather your staff and take advantage of this unique three-part webinar series to ensure you are ready for what the rest of 2015 has in store for you.

Over the next month, we will be digging deep into Medicare changes, ICD-10 transition, understanding CMS’s definition of medical necessity, steps to go through an appeal process and more. No need to travel to have access to essential information for your lab.

This course will use a variety of modalities to provide an educational forum including didactic lectures, case studies and question & answer sessions. Each session is worth 1 SVU CME Credit.

Part 1: Setting the Groundwork for Coding Success On-Demand recording now available



At the completion of this presentation, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss the 2014/2015 procedural code and Medicare changes
  • Demonstrate the application of procedure modifiers for accurate reimbursement.
  • Discuss correct coding for key noninvasive vascular testing procedures
  • Discuss the concept of medical necessity and the definitions provided by the SSA and CMS

Part 2: Avoid Denials and Prepare for an Appeal On-Demand recording now available



At the completion of this presentation, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss the implications of the SSA and CMS definitions of medical necessity
  • Identify sources and reasons for denials
  • Create an appeals letter and addenda
  • Discuss key components of appeals

Part 3: Understanding the Appeal Process On-Demand recording now available


At the completion of this presentation, participants will be able to:
  • Manage an appeals process from start to finish
  • Identify the level of the appeals process and understand their characteristics
    • Level I: Redetermination
    • Level II: Reconsideration
    • Level III: Administrative Law Judge Hearing
    • Level IV: Department Appeals Board/Medicare Appeals Council Review
    • Level V: Federal Court Review
  • Assess key components of appeals letters and associated evidence of medical necessity

Price per webinar
Member: $75
Nonmember:150

 

SVU Practice Management On-Demand Webinars

  • "Overview and Discussion on WPS Draft LCD Release"
  • "2015 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule - Coding, Changes and What You Need to Know"
  • "SVU Practice Management Webinar Series: A Review of Current Issues"
  • "What Every Lab Should Know About Vascular Procedural Coding"

View full descriptions and watch today!
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Contact us by:


Phone: 301-459-7550, ext 106
Email: fwest@svunet.org

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