Chairs: Nichole Mahnert

Faculty: Nichole Mahnert, Jon K. Hathaway, Kelly H. Roy, Mark R. Hoffman

Description: This specialized course is tailored for gynecologic surgeons seeking to enhance their proficiency in medical billing and coding. Participants will master the use of ICD-10 for benign gynecologic diagnoses and gain a solid understanding of CPT to accurately code common gynecologic procedures and surgeries. The course will also cover essential skills for identifying and coding complications and comorbidities, and the effective use of coding resources to stay current, and advocate for physician interests. Key topics include E/M coding, global packages, and important modifiers in gynecology, in addition to Z-codes for social determinants of health, longitudinal care and pelvic examination codes. By improving coding accuracy and efficiency, attendees will ensure proper reimbursement, reduce audit risks, and enhance overall practice management. Join us to advance your coding expertise and optimize your practice operations.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

1. Objective Master the use of ICD-10 for benign gynecologic diagnoses
2. Objective Understand principles of CPT coding and accurately code common gynecologic surgeries
3. Objective Develop skills to identify and code for complications and comorbidities

Course Outline

1:30 PM Welcome, Introduction and Course Overview

N. Mahnert

1:35 PM Why is Billing and Coding Important and How Did We Arrive Here, Updates and AI in Your Practice

N. Mahnert

2:00 PM Surgical Coding and Global Packages

J. Hathaway

2:25 PM Office Procedures Coding and Alternative Payment Models

K. Roy

2:50 PM Important Modifiers in Gynecology and Tips for Consultations

M. Hoffman

1:30 PM Adjourn