It’s more important than ever to keep current with an understanding of new and existing codes which depend on coding accuracy.  The 2023 Otolaryngology surgical procedure coding course sifts through all that is new and important in Otolaryngology coding and packs it into an intensive, fast paced day. This year’s agenda covers all you need to know to code and document accurately and efficiently in 2023 and beyond.

The course describes why documentation is as essential as the code selected, and how to capture all potential revenue by improving your notes. We’ll show you the correct way to use surgical payment modifiers so that you optimize payment. You’ll leave armed with ideas and techniques for setting up systems that reduce denials and increase successful appeals.

The course also provides in depth and clinically relevant instruction on coding for Otology, Rhinology, Laryngology, facial plastics including repairs, ATTs and Flaps and Grafts.  Also included are head and neck procedures including, Parathyroid procedures, laryngectomies, skull base surgery and much more…

Learn the latest coding, billing, and reimbursement strategies for new technology in ENT procedures. Finally, we’ll end with hands on coding of Otolaryngology operative reports and how documentation impacts the code selection process.

A special feature this year, are the new and revised codes for Osseointegrated implants

Real-life cases and discussions that link clinical procedures to the selection of CPT codes make this course ideal for surgeons and coding staff. This course is rich with real life clinical scenarios and a comprehensive workbook that will become your first response coding resource.

Included this year!!

• All new Osseointegrated implant coding guidelines, new codes and code revisions.
• Expanded understanding of how documentation plays a key role in coding accuracy and compliance.
• Hands on coding operative notes

As a result of attending this course, participants will be able to:

• Compliantly apply new and revised otolaryngology CPT codes into your practice.
• Use surgery coding that meets CPT rules and government regulations, for commonly performed procedures.

• Correctly code common general surgical procedures

• Identify areas for improvement in surgical documentation reviewing real life operative reports
• Integrate ENT subspecialty coding principles in otology/neurotology, rhinology, laryngology, facial plastics, and head and neck surgery.
• Demonstrate comprehension on how to code for new ENT technology procedures.
• Accurately apply modifiers when they are required and understand their impact on reimbursement
• Integrate ENT subspecialty coding principles in otology/neurotology, rhinology, laryngology, facial plastics, head and neck surgery, and sleep surgery.
• Demonstrate comprehension on how to code for new ENT technology procedures.

AAPC Accreditation

This program has the prior approval of AAPC for 6.5 continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.

AMA Accreditation

AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

All cancellations and transfer requests must be received in writing. Refunds are subject to a $50 administrative fee per registrant and will be made according to the following schedule: Cancellations received 10 days or more prior to the course receive a full refund less the administrative fee per registrant; cancellations received 0-9 days prior to the course do not receive a refund. If you must cancel your course registration with fewer than 10 days’ notice, KarenZupko & Associates, Inc. will transfer your registration fees to another workshop of your choice within the same calendar year, less the following: (1) the $50 administrative fee per registrant, (2) the cost of the workbook(s) per registrant, and (3) the meeting venue food and beverage charges per registrant, including all service charges and taxes. All monies are forfeit if you “no-show” to a course without prior written notice. KarenZupko & Associates, Inc. assumes no responsibility for costs associated with airline ticketing, price changes, or cancellations. As such, we recommend the purchase of travel insurance when making your plans.