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: IR Coding

The RBMA Coding Academy: IR Coding series provides a comprehensive, one-day virtual workshop designed for coding professionals specializing in interventional radiology (IR). This focused training covers key procedural coding updates, best practices for compliance, and the evolving role of IR coding advocacy. Expert-led sessions will include drainage and vascular procedure coding, followed by an interactive discussion table where attendees can engage with specialists on the code development process and physician communication strategies.


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, July 10, 2025 | 12:30-3:30 p.m. ET

12:30 p.m. Welcome

12:45-1:45 p.m.

Session 1: Mastering Drainage Procedure Coding
Presented By: Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC

This session provides an in-depth look at percutaneous drainage procedures, one of the most frequently coded IR services. Laura Manser will guide attendees through CPT updates, case-based coding challenges, and documentation requirements. The session will emphasize compliance strategies, bundling rules, modifier usage, and payer-specific considerations, ensuring coders can reduce denials and maximize reimbursement.

 Key Takeaways:

  • Proper CPT coding for percutaneous abscess, fluid, and catheter drainage
  • Best practices for documentation and medical necessity
  • Bundling rules, NCCI edits, and compliance updates
   

1:45-2 p.m. Brain Break!

2-3 p.m.

Session 2: Vascular IR Coding—Optimizing Accuracy and Compliance
Presented By: To Be Announced

This session will cover arterial and venous interventions, including embolization, stenting, and thrombectomy procedures. Through case-based discussions, attendees will explore coding challenges, compliance risks, and payer trends. Emphasis will be placed on the impact of coding changes on reimbursement, documentation requirements, and claim submission best practices.

Key Takeaways:

  • CPT coding for vascular IR procedures, including embolization and thrombectomy
  • Case-based review of arterial and venous interventions
  • Compliance strategies and tips for avoiding denials

3-3:45 p.m.

Discussion Table: Communicating IR Coding Changes
Presented By: Expert Table

This interactive discussion will provide insight into how IR codes are created, revised, and implemented. Panelists will discuss the importance of advocacy, best practices for communicating coding updates to physicians, and strategies for ensuring compliance. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and gain practical communication techniques for navigating coding changes with their teams.

 

 

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