This program offers 1 pre-approved AAPC CEU (continuing education hours).

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Coding for injections and infusions remains a complex task in many hospital and clinical settings. Despite their small section within the CPT codebook, these codes often present significant challenges for coding professionals. Adhering strictly to the specific guidelines for capturing these codes is crucial. Misreporting injection and infusion codes can lead to claim denials, audit failures, and compliance risks.

This webinar will address common questions and scenarios, including:

• The hierarchy of intramuscular injections
• Reporting multiple initial services
• Diagnosis requirements for hydration services
• Application of modifiers in hydration coding
• Documentation requirements for IV push injections over 15 minutes
• Coding for concurrent services with multiple substances
• Coding protocols for infusions lacking a stop time

Join us to navigate these complexities and ensure accurate, compliant coding practices. This session includes hands-on coding exercises with various case scenarios, preparing you for audits involving these intricate codes. Ideal for both new and experienced coding professionals, managers, educators, and students, this webinar covers coding guidelines, CPT hierarchy, documentation, and more.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

Participants will learn to:

• Apply best practices for thorough documentation of injections and infusions
• Correctly report “initial,” “subsequent,” and “concurrent” services
• Identify clinical documentation supporting medical necessity for services
• Assign accurate codes for hydration and multiple drug infusions
• Practice coding with sample case scenarios
• Develop a robust audit plan and educational strategies

PROGRAM AGENDA AND HIGHLIGHTS:

• Introduction
• Disclaimer
• Definitions Refresher
• Overview of Coding Guidelines and Rules on Injection and Infusion Hierarchy
• Compliant Documentation Requirements
• Case Scenario Coding Practice
• Review of Coding References and Resources
• Audit Plan Best Practices
• Summary

TARGET AUDIENCE:

• HIM Coding Directors, Managers, Supervisors
• Hospital Coding Staff
• Clinical Documentation Improvement Management and Staff
• Reimbursement Specialists
• Coding Compliance Management and Staff
• Auditors and Educators

Note: Granting of prior approval does not constitute endorsement by AAPC of the program content or sponsor.