Session One: Coding & Reimbursement

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:

1. List the common insurance denials and how to prevent them.
2. Recognize the importance of accurate reporting of ICD-10-CM codes.
3. Discuss proper coding of HCPCS G2211 and CPT 99459.
4. Formulate practical applications of the coding information presented and for utilization in everyday practice.
5. Identify appropriate modifiers to code and bill for proper reimbursement.
6. Describe reimbursement rules for proper use of modifiers in everyday practice.
7. Identify how the 2021 outpatient E/M Guidelines differ from the 1995/1997 guidelines.
8. Describe documentation requirements for updated guidelines.
9. Recognize how outpatient consultation and hospital visits were updated in 2023.
10. Define appropriate use of virtual, telephone and online portal E/M services.
11. Identify correct coding and billing for Advanced Practice Providers to receive proper reimbursement.
12. Recognize the wide range of information that can be gained from different types of audits.

Session Two: Practice Management

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will:

1. Identify ways hackers are targeting remote employees and the new threats connected to home networks.
2. Recognize how cybercriminals think and how data security measures are not sufficiently robust to prevent successful cyberattacks.
3. Discuss the way hacktivists (hackers fighting for social and political issues) are adding to cybersecurity threats.
4. Recognize the six key questions to address when considering an ambulatory surgery center.
5. Explain strategic use of benchmarking to improve practice performance.
6. Review techniques of dealing with difficult patients to improve clinical and patient satisfaction outcomes.
7. Uncover innovative strategies and insights on how to stand out in a competitive market and become the urologist of choice.