Correct Coding Initiative (CCI)
This seminar discusses how to use the Medicare CCI edits and how they affect physician reimbursement, and identifies when it is appropriate to assign modifiers with certain code combinations, via case examples.

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 Claim Rejections and Appeals Process
Learn effective methods to establish baseline data in order to identify highest volume and types of claims that are rejected or denied (e.g., inaccurate coding, non-covered services). This seminar discusses types of Medicare Carrier denial reasons and how to pro-actively prevent them, and includes tips on how to effectively appeal rejected or denied claims.

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 Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN)
The purpose of the Medicare ABN form is discussed, clarifying the importance of its process. Physician services that require obtaining an ABN form are identified, and accurate ABN forms are reviewed. Includes tips to make this an efficient and effective process.

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 Medical Necessity
This seminar outlines reasonably and medically necessary coverage criteria in the Medicare Coverage Database (NCDs and LCDs); reviews best practices in documentation, coding and billing to support medical necessity determination; and includes tips for working proactively with physicians to meet medical necessity requirements.

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 EHR System Selection
This seminar identifies EHR system selection criteria relevant to physician practices, and important functionality to consider. Recognize common vendors, understand certification for ambulatory care systems through CCHIT, and learn about interpreting and comparing vendor proposals.

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 Transitioning from Paper to Electronic Medium
Learn about key components of the planning and timeline processes, and identify reasonable and realistic expectations in setting timeline goals. The discussion reviews change management and tips to engage key personnel and task force members.

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 Record Retention and Destruction
Discusses how a physician office practice should develop a retention schedule for patient health information based on federal, state and accreditation standards; discusses identifying the legal record for retention purposes; and provides best practices for when and how to destroy health and business records.

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 Disclosures and Release of Information
Discusses privacy laws and regulations governing the disclosure of health information; reviews best practices in responding to release of information requests; discusses how to manage HIPAA’s patient access and amendment to health record rule.

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Establishing Productivity Benchmarks
Benchmarks are a good way to ensure staff keeps up with patient and paper flow, claims are going out in a timely manner, and more. Come away with knowledge on quality measures, productivity benchmarks, and what steps you need to take for each.

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Modifiers for Physician Services
Modifiers are essential to physician practices because they provide additional information to the payer, reducing the likelihood that appropriate services will be denied. This seminar reviews applicable modifiers and how to use them appropriately.

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Performing a Chart Audit
Arm yourself with the information you need to successfully perform a chart audit that will help you identify compliance pitfalls; ensure appropriate reimbursement; and determine if your policies and procedures are current and appropriate.

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E-mail in the Official Health Record
This seminar boosts your knowledge of the appropriate uses of e-mail in the office record and the legal requirements for using e-mail in your practice and in relation to patient records. Gain tips for best practices for use of e-mail in the office record.

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Assigning E&M Code Levels
Increase your awareness for assigning evaluation and management (E&M) levels and gain a review of the criteria for determining level of medical decision making and discussion of the 1995 and 1997 guidelines for physical examination documentation.

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Multi-topic Packages
Order several Fast Facts audio seminars at once, for a significant cost savings.

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   EHR Selection and
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     EHR Selection and
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