Emergency Physician Coding & Documentation Workshop
This full-day workshop covers everything coders and physicians need to know about coding and documentation for emergency physician services. The session combines lectures, group work and hands-on chart review that both experienced and new coders will find beneficial. The session includes a 45 minute break for lunch and two short breaks in the morning and afternoon.
E&M Coding
E&M Coding
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History pitfalls and complications
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Interpret the elements of an HPI
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Double-dipping: fact or fiction?
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AO-what does it mean?
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'95 or '97 exam guidelines
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Points system vs. NOPP for MDM
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Using the acuity caveat
Critical Care
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Which patients are critical
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What must be documented
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Coding for procedures and critical care
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E&M and critical care on the same day
Procedures in the ED
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What documentation do payers require?
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Which procedures should or shouldn't be coded
Documentation for diagnostic interpretations
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X-ray
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EKG
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Ultrasound
Other ED-related E&M Services
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Observation services
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Urgent care centers
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In-patient vs. consultation
Teaching Physician Services
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Attending physician performance requirements
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Attending physician documentation requirements
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Service involving students
PA/NP services
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Attending physician performance requirements
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Attending physician documentation requirements
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Procedures involving PA/NP
Course attendees will be able to:
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Describe the basic rules of coding for E/M and procedures commonly performed in the emergency department.
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Discuss the issues and impact of documentation guidelines on emergency medicine practice.
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Identify correct coding application while actually coding an emergency department medical record.
Contact ERcoder to bring this comprehensive program to your facility.
What others have said about this workshop...
- "The absolute best review of E&M coding I've ever heard."
- “I enjoyed the presenter and appreciate the sense of humor in dealing with this sometimes dry, always frustrating topic”
- “This is a great session for any coder new or experienced”
- "Great info – clear, concise answers to questions!”
- "Excellent presentation, interesting speaker, very worthwhile information."
Call ERcoder to schedule a workshop for your staff.