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AUA CodingPlus (2023) Bundle
AUA CodingPlus (2023)
Essential Urology Coding Updates to Optimize your Practice
Get Your AUA CodingPlus Bundle Today!
Live Virtual AND On-Demand Content Included
AUA CodingPlus now includes both Live Virtual AND On-Demand content. Register today for the AUA CodingPlus Bundle to take advantage of these essential coding updates!
The AUA CodingPlus (2023) Bundle Includes:
- On-Demand access to all four updates - Parts One, Two, Three and Four!
- Live Virtual Access to Part Four!
Part One (2023)
- Available On-Demand Now!
- Key Topics Covered:
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy CPT Codes
- Hospital Evaluation & Management (E/M) Codes Explained
- Online Digital E/M Codes: Examining the Details
- Public Health Emergency (PHE) - Telehealth Update
Part Two (2023)
- Available On-Demand Now!
- Key Topics Covered:
- E/M Editorial Changes for 2023
- Appropriate Use of Modifier 25
- Aquablation Coverage Updates and RAC Audit
- JW and JZ Modifiers and How They May Affect Urology
- Appropriate Sacral Nerve Stimulation Coding
- Use of HCPCS code C1747
- Effects of the Public Health Emergency Expiration on Urology
Part Three (2023)
- Available On-Demand Now!
- Key Topics Covered:
- Medicare Proposed Rule 2024
- Proposed Conversion Factor Changes and Impact on Urology
- Proposed HCPCS G2211 Use and Effects
- New and Revised Category I CPT Codes of Interest to Urology
- Proposed Updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP)
- MCI Guided Prostate Biopsy Codes
- Medicare Proposed Rule 2024
Part Four (2023)
- Attend Live Virtual: November 29 |12-1:30 p.m. EST - 90 MINUTE SESSION!
- View On-Demand: Available December 4
- Key Topics Covered:
- 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule Analysis
- Mastering 2024 CPT and Evaluation & Management (E/M) Coding Updates
- Demystifying 2024 RUC Valuations
Featuring Urologic Coding Experts:
Jonathan N. Rubenstein, MD
Edna R. Maldonado, CPC, ASC-UR, ICD-10-CM AHIMA Trainer
AUA CodingPlus is a new series of quarterly virtual courses produced annually to provide timely updates in the coding, reimbursement, insurance, and public policy topic space. It is essential that urologic practices keep abreast of this ever-changing content to maintain relevant, current coding, reimbursement, and billing procedures. These courses conveniently deliver essential, timely education to Practice Administrators, Coders, and Providers for direct implementation into their urology practices to maintain, optimize and improve business operations.
REGISTER for the AUA CodingPlus Bundle NOW to secure access to all four on-demand updates and the final two live virtual updates!
Please note: On-demand course recordings are non-CME and non-CEU
Course Registration Fees (Includes live virtual and on-demand)
AUA CodingPlus (2023)
AUA CodingPlus (2023) Bundle | Registration Fee |
Member/PMN | $199 |
Non-member | $299 |
Please note: On-demand course recordings are non-CME and non-CEU
Target Audience
- Practice Administrators
- Practice Managers
- Coders
- Physicians
- Anyone involved with the day-to-day management of urologic practice
Learning Objectives
AUA CodingPlus Part One
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:
- Determine how to appropriately apply and report the new percutaneous nephrolithotomy codes, hospital Evaluation & Management (E/M) codes, and online digital E/M codes to receive proper reimbursement.
- Successfully identify and demonstrate the practical application of the new percutaneous nephrolithotomy codes, hospital E/M codes, and online digital E/M codes in everyday practice to avoid common coding and billing errors.
- Discuss and examine what the Public Health Emergency (PHE) expiration means for Telehealth and how it will affect your practice.
AUA CodingPlus Part Two
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:
- Explain and apply Evaluation and Management Editorial changes for 2023.
- Explain appropriate use of Modifier 25.
- Discuss Aquablation coverage updates and RAC audit.
- Define JW and JZ Modifiers and how it may affect urology.
- Explain appropriate sacral nerve stimulation coding.
- Explain use of HCPCS code C1747.
- Recognize how the Public Health Emergency expiration affects urology.
AUA CodingPlus (2023) Part Three
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:
- Demonstrate a thorough comprehension of the key components and implications of the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule.
- Apply the intricacies of the 2024 MPFS Proposed Rule for accurate CPT coding practices.
- Navigate the nuances of ever-evolving E/M coding by accurately selecting codes that reflect the complexity and nature of patient encounters, and effectively optimizing coding strategies for enhanced documentation and reimbursement.
AUA CodingPlus (2023) Part Four
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:
- Demonstrate a thorough comprehension of the key components and implications of the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule.
- Proficiently navigate and apply the latest updates to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding systems.
- Recognize the implications for urological services of the 2024 Relative Value Unit (RVU) and Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS) valuations and strategically adjust coding and documentation practices to ensure equitable reimbursement while maintaining compliance with regulations.
AUA CodingPlus (2023): Live Virtual & On-Demand - Program Information
AUA CodingPlus Part One (2023)*
Live Virtual: Offered on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | Noon - 1:00pm ET
On-Demand: Available Now! (Please note: On-demand recordings are non-CME and non-CEU)
- Description
- AUA CodingPlus Part One will explore and examine the newest CPT coding changes in urology that took effect on January 1, 2023 and upcoming Telehealth changes as the Public Health Emergency (PHE) expires. Urology coding experts, Jonathan Rubenstein, MD and Edna Maldonado, CPC, ASC-UR, ICD-10-CM AHIMA Trainer, will advise on the appropriate use of percutaneous nephrolithotomy codes, hospital Evaluation & Management (E/M) codes, and online digital E/M codes as well as dissect and review real-life examples, and provide answers to your most frequently asked questions. Attend this virtual course to experience a thorough, in-depth analysis of these new code changes that will enable you to avoid common coding and billing errors and increase the efficiency of your practice.
- Program Agenda | Noon – 1:00pm ET
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy CPT Codes : Instructions & Scenarios for Proper Use
- Hospital Evaluation & Management (E/M) Codes Explained
- Online Digital E/M Codes: Examining the Details
- Public Health Emergency (PHE) - Telehealth Update
- Q&A with the Experts
* Approved for 1 CEU (live virtual only)
AUA CodingPlus Part Two (2023)*
Live Virtual: Offered on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 | Noon - 1:00pm ET
On-Demand: Available Now! (Please note: On-demand recordings are non-CME and non-CEU)
- Description
- AUA CodingPlus (2023) Part Two will explore and examine recent CPT coding changes in urology that and Telehealth changes with the expiration of the Public Health Emergency (PHE). Urology coding experts will advise on the appropriate use of CPT codes, hospital Evaluation & Management (E/M) codes, and National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, as well as dissect and review real-life examples, and provide answers to your most frequently asked questions. Attend this virtual course to experience a thorough, in-depth analysis of recent code changes and NCCI edits that will enable you to avoid common coding and billing errors and increase the efficiency of your practice.
- Program Agenda | Noon – 1:00pm ET
- Evaluation and Management Editorial changes for 2023
- Appropriate use of Modifier 25
- Aquablation coverage updates and RAC audit
- JW and JZ Modifiers and how they may affect urology
- Appropriate sacral nerve stimulation coding
- Use of HCPCS code C1747
- Affects of the Public Health Emergency expiration on urology
*Approved for 1 CEU (live virtual only)
AUA CodingPlus Part Three 2023)*
Live Virtual: Offered Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | Noon - 1:00pm ET
On-Demand: Available Now! (Please note: On-demand recordings are non-CME and non-CEU)
- Description
AUA CodingPlus (2023) Part Three will delve into the intricacies of the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule. Join us for this specialized virtual course tailored to enhance your coding expertise within the realm of urology. This comprehensive virtual experience goes beyond the surface, equipping you with an in-depth understanding of the MPFS proposed rule and its impact on both CPT and Evaluation & Management (E/M) codes. Our esteemed presenters, well-versed in the complexities of urological coding, will guide you through every nuance, empowering you to master the changes that lie ahead. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to adapt and thrive in the ever-evolving urology landscape.
- Program Agenda | Noon – 1:00pm ET
- Medicare Proposed Rule 2024
- Proposed Conversion Factor Changes and Impact on Urology
- Proposed HCPCS G2211 Use and Effects
- New and Revised Category I CPT Codes of Interest to Urology
- Proposed Updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP)
- MCI Guided Prostate Biopsy Codes
- Medicare Proposed Rule 2024
* Approved for 1 CEU (live virtual only)
AUA CodingPlus Part Four (2023) - 90 MINUTE SESSION!
Live Virtual: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | Noon - 1:30pm ET
On-Demand: Available by Monday, December 4, 2023 (Please note: On-demand recordings are non-CME and non-CEU)
- Description
A comprehensive educational experience tailored to meet the dynamic needs of urology coders, practice administrators, and physicians, AUA CodingPlus (2023) Part Four, will deliver an in-depth exploration of the critical updates and regulatory shifts shaping urology coding and reimbursement in 2024. With a focus on the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule, the latest CPT and E/M coding updates, and the intricacies of 2024 RUC valuations, participants will be equipped to thrive amidst the evolving healthcare paradigm. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the evolving urology landscape.
- Program Agenda (subject to change) | Noon – 1:30pm ET
- 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule Analysis
- Mastering 2024 CPT and E/M Coding Updates
- Demystifying 2024 RUC Valuations
- Q&A with the Experts
* Approved for 1 CEU (live virtual only)
Education Council Disclosures
Education Council Disclosures.pdf
COI Review Work Group Disclosures
COI Review Work Group Disclosures.pdf
For a full listing of all faculty disclosures, please visit AUA CodingPlus (2023) and click on the "Faculty" tab.
AUA Office of Education Staff has nothing to disclose.
All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Jonathan Rubenstein, MD
Edna Maldonado, CPC
AUA ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
ACCREDITATION:
The American Urological Association (AUA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CREDIT DESIGNATION:
The American Urological Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
OTHER LEARNERS:
The AUA is not accredited to offer credit to participants who are not MDs or DOs. However, the AUA will issue documentation of participation that states that the activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
EVIDENCE BASED CONTENT:
It is the policy of the AUA to ensure that the content contained in this CME activity is valid, fair, balanced, scientifically rigorous, and free of commercial bias.
AUA DISCLOSURE POLICY:
All persons in a position to control the content of an educational activity (i.e., activity planners, presenters, authors) are required to disclose to the provider all financial relationships with any commercial interest during the previous 24 months. The AUA must determine if the individual’s relationships may influence the educational content and mitigate any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent individuals with relevant financial relationships from participating, but rather to provide learners information with which they can make their own judgments.
MITIGATION OF IDENTIFIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
All disclosures will be reviewed by the AUA Conflict of Interest (COI) Review Work Group Chair and/or Vice Chair for identification of conflicts of interest. The AUA COI Review Work Group, working with Office of Education staff, will document the mechanism(s) for management and mitigation of the conflict of interest and final approval of the activity will be documented prior to implementation. Any of the mechanisms below can/will be used to mitigate conflict of interest:
- Peer review for valid, evidence-based content by the AUA COI Review Work Group.
- Attestation that clinical recommendations are evidence-based and free of commercial bias.
- Introduction of a debate format (point-counterpoint)
- Inclusion of moderated panel discussion with unbiased moderator
- Publication of a parallel or rebuttal article for an article that is felt to be biased
- Divestiture of the relationship by faculty
- Recusal from controlling relevant aspects of planning
- Selection of alternative faculty for specific topic
OFF-LABEL OR UNAPPROVED USE OF DRUGS OR DEVICES:
The audience is advised that this continuing medical education activity may contain reference(s) to off-label or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please consult the prescribing information for full disclosure of approved uses.
Price
Course Registration Fees (Includes live virtual and on-demand)
- REGISTER for the AUA CodingPlus Bundle NOW to secure access to all four on-demand updates and the final two live virtual updates!
- AUA Members and Practice Managers' Network (PMN) Subscribers save up to 35%! For more information on membership benefits, visit www.AUAnet.org/Join.
AUA CodingPlus (2023)
AUA CodingPlus (2023) Bundle | Registration Fee |
Member/PMN | $199 |
Non-member | $299 |
Please note: On-demand course recordings are non-CME and non-CEU
CANCELLATION POLICY
Live Courses: An administrative fee of 15% is assessed if registration is cancelled up to six weeks prior to the course. If registration is cancelled four to six weeks from the course, the cancellation fee is 50% of the registration fee paid. No registration fees will be refunded less than four weeks prior to the course.
Webcast: Cancellations must be made no later than one week prior to the live course. Subscription fees will not be refunded after the cancellation period. Purchases after the live course date are not eligible for a refund.
Registration Transfer: Customers switching from an option of lesser value to a higher value will be required to pay the difference in cost between the two options. Switching to an option of lesser value from a higher value must be made no later than to six weeks prior to the course and will be subject to an administrative fee of 15% of the cost of the course from which they are transferring. Transfer of registration from a higher value option to an option of lesser value past six weeks prior to the course will not receive a refund.
Cancellations must be made in writing. Requests may be made via mail or fax to 410-689-3912. Questions? Call 1-800-908-9414 or email registration@AUAnet.org.
ATTENDEE INFORMATION & POLICIES
AUA Anti-Harassment Policy: AUA Commitment: AUA is committed to providing a safe and productive meeting environment that fosters open dialogue and the exchange of scientific ideas and is free of harassment and discrimination. All meeting participants are expected to behave professionally and treat others with respect, follow venue rules, and alert AUA staff or security of any dangerous situations or anyone in distress.
Reporting Harassment: It is the policy of the AUA that all meeting participants will enjoy an environment free from discrimination, harassment or retaliation. Harassing behavior by meeting participants will not be tolerated. If an individual experiences or witnesses harassment, he or she should contact Janet Skorepa, AUA EVP, at jskorepa@AUAnet.org or Maureen E. Cones, Esq., AUA General Counsel, at mcones@auanet.org or use a venue phone and ask for security if he or she feels unsafe. All complaints will be treated seriously and responded to promptly.
The AUA reserves the right to take any action deemed necessary and appropriate, including refusing or revoking the registration of any individual, without refund, as long as such refusal is consistent with applicable law and AUA policy.
Disclaimer: The opinions and recommendations expressed by faculty, authors and other experts whose input is included in this program are their own and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of the American Urological Association (AUA).
Consent to Use of Photographic Images: Registration and attendance at or participation in AUA meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to AUA's use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes of such events and activities.
Audio, Video, Photographic Equipment: The use of audio, video and other photographic recording equipment by attendees is prohibited inside AUA meeting rooms.
Reproduction Permission: Reproduction of written materials developed for this AUA course is prohibited without the written permission from individual authors and the AUA.
Special Assistance/Dietary Needs: The AUA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act §12112(a). If any participant is in need of special assistance or has any dietary restrictions, a written request should be submitted at least one month in advance. For additional assistance with your request please call 1-800-908-9414.