Radiology Coding Mechanics Course
Our new and improved coding update course includes an overview of newly released codes, compliance and reimbursement information, coding instructions for a variety of modalities. Any individual who is directly responsible or involved in the coding of imaging procedures or submitting claims for reimbursement should plan to attend. Offered at three locations in 2011, an RBMA Radiology Coding Mechanics Course is the best way to prepare for any coding questions, issues or challenges that may arise.
At the end of this session, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the new radiology codes and updated coding instructions.
- Identify compliance and reimbursement regulations.
This seminar will relay the knowledge needed to submit accurate claims and receive optimum reimbursements.
“I attended the Seminar held on Jan 14, 2010 at the Embassy Suites in Los Angeles, CA. I wanted to stress what a great learning experience it was for me. The information I obtained will surely help me a great deal as I begin my career as a radiology coder. Ms. Donna Richmond and Ms. Pat Kinsley were phenomenal.”
— Rosy Polanco
Curriculum
These one-day comprehensive seminars present authoritative, up-to-date and accurate information on proper coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. The participants will glean a better understanding of imaging procedures and how they are performed.
The session is divided into segments as follows:
Regulatory Issues
- HIPAA, Red Flags, etc.
- OIG Workplan for Medicare
- 7 Elements of an Effective Compliance Plan
- Ordering Rules
- Prior Authorization
- ACR Guidelines for Diagnostic Imaging Reports
- Component Billing
- RS&I Coding Denials and Rejections
- Bundling
- Correct Coding Initiative Edits
- Medically Unlikely Edits
- Global Surgical Period
- Modifiers
- Necessity
- Advanced Beneficiary Notification
Physician Fee Schedule and RVU Values for 2011
- Web sites and how to use it
Incident to billing
- Physician Extenders Coding Fraud
Medical Necessity
- The basics of ICD-9 Coding
- ICD-10 update
What you need to know to code Imaging Studies
- Body Planes
- Anatomical Positions
- Anatomical Descriptors
- CPT Chapters
- CPT Symbols
- Radiology Coding by Modality with case examples for coding
- Plain films
- CT/MR
- Mammography
- Ultrasound
- Nuclear Medicine
- Invasive Procedures
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