Webinar Event Topic: Auditing in Office Services

Trainer: Shannon DeConda

Session Description:
Dive into a hands-on auditing experience designed to challenge and refine your skills in evaluating Evaluation and Management (E/M) office-based services using patient-redacted notes. In this interactive webinar, we will put the 2021 E/M guidelines to the test by analyzing real-world scenarios, addressing complex cases, and exploring the nuances of the updated guidelines. This session provides auditors with practical experience in applying the 2021 E/M documentation and coding rules, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Whether you're new to E/M auditing or looking to push the boundaries of your expertise, this webinar offers valuable insights through active participation.

Learning Objectives:

1. Apply 2021 E/M Guidelines to Office-Based Services – Gain practical experience in applying the 2021 E/M guidelines through the audit of redacted patient notes, focusing on key changes in medical decision-making and time-based coding.
2. Evaluate Documentation for Medical Necessity and Compliance – Learn how to assess office-based E/M documentation to ensure it supports medical necessity, accuracy in coding, and compliance with current standards.

3. Challenge the Boundaries of the 2021 Guidelines – Explore the limits of the 2021 E/M guidelines by auditing difficult scenarios, understanding where common misinterpretations occur, and identifying how to stay compliant.

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• On-demand access to the recorded event will be provided, and upon completion of the post-event quiz, AAPC CEU will be awarded.