With the ever-changing landscape and scrutiny, it is now more than ever necessary to properly code radiology services by documenting and ensuring the radiology exams are complete. This includes ensuring that CPT and ICD-10 coding is done in accordance with the official coding guidelines and the Center for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS) policy.

RBMA offers year-round coding programming to keep you up to date on Medicare policies and coding changes for diagnostic and interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, proper coding principles by modalities, and general reimbursement pros and cons.

RBMA Coding Academy: Comprehensive Fall Coding Bootcamp

The RBMA Coding Academy: Comprehensive Fall Coding Bootcamp is an intensive, four-session virtual workshop designed to enhance coding accuracy, compliance, and financial optimization for radiology professionals. This advanced-level bootcamp will cover audit preparedness, complex cardiac imaging, venous access procedures, and global vs. professional component billing.

Through expert-led instruction, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees will:
  • Strengthen compliance and audit readiness
  • Improve accuracy in cardiac and venous access coding
  • Master global vs. professional billing components
  • Learn payer-specific contrast media and radiopharmaceutical coding

Individual Registration

$225 RBMA Member/$390 Non-Member

Team Registration [For groups of 5+]

$200 RBMA Member*/$350 Non-Member
  *Primary registrant has to be RBMA Member


 

SESSIONS

Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 12:30-3:30 p.m. ET

12:30 p.m. Welcome

12:45-2 p.m.

Session 1: Compliance and Audit Preparedness in Radiology Coding
Presented By: Melody Mulaik, MSHS, CRA, RCC, RCC-IR, CPC, COC, FAHRA

Audits are becoming more frequent and complex, making compliance and internal auditing essential for every radiology practice. Melody Mulaik will provide an in-depth look at internal auditing processes, common compliance pitfalls, and best practices for responding to payer audits. This session will cover essential strategies to ensure coding integrity and minimize compliance risks.

 Key Takeaways:

  • Best practices for internal auditing and compliance monitoring
  • Common compliance pitfalls and risk mitigation strategies
  • How to prepare for and respond to payer audits

2-2:15 p.m.  Brain Break!

2:15-3:30 p.m. 

Session 2: Cardiac Imaging in Radiology Coding
Presented By: To Be Announced

Cardiac imaging continues to evolve, requiring coders to understand complex diagnostic procedures and interdepartmental collaboration between radiology and cardiology. This session will cover the fundamentals of Cardiac CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET. Attendees will learn best practices for coding these procedures accurately and ensuring proper documentation.

Key Takeaways:

  • Overview of Cardiac CT and MRI basics
  • Introduction to Nuclear Medicine and PET in cardiac imaging
  • How cardiology and radiology interact in imaging workflows


Friday, November 7, 2025 | 12:30-3:30 p.m. ET

12:30 p.m. Welcome

12:45-2 p.m. 

Session 3: Venous Access and Intervention Coding
Presented By: Jenn Bash, RHIA, CIRCC, RCCIR, CPC, RCC, CANPC

Accurate coding for venous access procedures is crucial for proper reimbursement and compliance. Jenn Bash will guide participants through the correct coding for central lines, PICC lines, port placements, and dialysis access. Attendees will learn about documentation requirements, bundling rules, and payer-specific guidelines to prevent denials and maximize reimbursement.

Key Takeaways:

  • Correct coding for central lines, PICC lines, and port placements
  • Best practices for dialysis access coding
  • Understanding documentation and bundling requirements

2-2:15 p.m. Brain Break!

2:15-3:30 p.m. Session 4: Integrating Quality Measures in Radiology Coding: Strategies for Success
Presented By: Jenny Studdard, MLS, RCC, RCC-IR, CCS-P, CPC, CPCO, MSN-ARC

This dual-topic session will provide an essential breakdown of global vs. professional component billing, as well as proper coding for contrast media and radiopharmaceuticals. Jenny Studdard will explain modifier usage (–26 and –TC), payer-specific rules for contrast-enhanced studies, and JW/JZ modifier application.

Key Takeaways:
  • Global vs. professional component billing: What you need to know
  • Understanding modifier –26 and –TC for accurate billing
  • Proper use of JW/JZ modifiers for contrast media and radiopharmaceuticals

Learning Outcomes: 
By the end of this four-session course, participants will be able to: 
  • Implement audit-ready coding practices and compliance strategies
  • Navigate advanced cardiac imaging coding for CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine
  • Accurately code venous access procedures and improve documentation compliance
  • Master global vs. professional billing and proper contrast media coding

 

 

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