2025 ENT Coding Insights: New Codes, Trends, and Tips

$249.00 – $255.00

 Original price was: $349.00.Current price is: $249.00.
 Original price was: $399.00.Current price is: $251.00.
 Original price was: $349.00.Current price is: $254.00.
 Original price was: $349.00.Current price is: $255.00.

The “2025 Coding for ENT” webinar is designed to empower coding professionals, billing staff, and healthcare administrators with the most current knowledge in otolaryngology coding. As healthcare regulations evolve and medical advancements bring new technologies and procedures to the forefront, staying updated on coding practices is essential to ensure compliance, maximize reimbursement, and support accurate patient care documentation. This presentation offers a structured and in-depth exploration of the changes in ENT coding for 2025, beginning with an analysis of new and revised CPT codes. Attendees will learn about the latest additions to the code set, reflecting advancements in surgical techniques, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions. We will cover updates to existing codes, including modifications to guidelines and descriptor language that impact code selection. Additionally, participants will be informed about codes that have been deleted or retired, ensuring they are prepared to adjust workflows and billing practices accordingly.

A vital component of the webinar focuses on ICD-10-CM diagnosis code updates. Coding ENT conditions such as chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, head and neck cancers, and other related diagnoses requires precision and a clear understanding of the latest changes. The presentation will offer detailed guidance on how to select the appropriate diagnosis codes, ensuring specificity and compliance with payer requirements.

Common ENT procedures are often the backbone of otolaryngology practices, making their accurate coding essential. This section of the webinar will delve into frequently performed procedures such as endoscopic sinus surgery, septoplasty, tympanoplasty, tonsillectomy/ adenoidectomy, laryngoscopy, and cochlear implant surgeries. Attendees will gain insights into the procedural details and documentation elements required to support code selection, minimizing the risk of denials and audits.

The importance of documentation requirements cannot be overstated. The webinar will emphasize the critical documentation elements needed to justify selected CPT codes, particularly for complex or high-risk procedures. Accurate documentation not only ensures compliance but also supports clinical and financial outcomes. Attendees will learn best practices for capturing procedural details, diagnosis specificity, and modifier justifications. Modifier usage is another critical focus area. Proper application of modifiers like 25, 59, and others relevant to ENT services will be thoroughly explained. Scenarios illustrating the correct and incorrect use of modifiers will help participants avoid costly mistakes and ensure adherence to payer policies.

Coding professionals often encounter challenges unique to ENT services. This presentation will identify common coding pitfalls and offer strategies to overcome them. From addressing complex cases with multiple diagnoses to tackling unusual presentations, attendees will leave equipped to handle a variety of real-world coding challenges.

The webinar also addresses reimbursement considerations, including how payer policies, Medicare updates, and Relative Value Units (RVUs) affect ENT coding and billing. Participants will gain an understanding of the financial implications of accurate coding and how to optimize reimbursement without compromising compliance.

A forward-looking segment explores emerging technologies and their coding implications. As the field of otolaryngology evolves, new surgical techniques, devices, and therapeutic options continue to emerge. This portion of the webinar will provide insights into the future of ENT coding, ensuring participants are well-prepared to adapt to upcoming changes.

By the end of this webinar, participants will have a robust understanding of 2025 updates and best practices, enabling them to excel in their roles, reduce errors, and contribute to the financial health and compliance of their organizations.

Learning Outcomes:
  • Educate on New and Revised CPT Codes: Provide attendees with a detailed understanding of the new and updated CPT codes for otolaryngology, including procedural changes and coding descriptor modifications
  • Clarify ICD-10-CM Updates: Highlight relevant ICD-10-CM diagnosis code changes, focusing on accurate coding for ENT-specific conditions such as sinusitis, hearing loss, and head and neck cancers
  • Promote Accurate Coding for Common ENT Procedures: Equip attendees with the knowledge to correctly code frequently performed ENT procedures, including endoscopic sinus surgery, septoplasty, tympanoplasty, and cochlear implants
  • Reinforce Documentation Best Practices: Emphasize the importance of clear and detailed medical documentation to support coding choices and reduce the risk of claim denials
  • Guide Proper Modifier Usage: Explain the correct application of modifiers relevant to ENT procedures, including when and how to use modifiers like 25 and 59
  • Identify and Mitigate Coding Pitfalls: Address common coding errors and challenges specific to ENT services, providing actionable strategies to avoid these issues
  • Discuss Reimbursement Implications: Explore the impact of Medicare and commercial payer policies on ENT coding, focusing on RVUs and payment adjustments for various procedures
  • Introduce Emerging Technologies and Procedures: Familiarize attendees with new surgical techniques, devices, and their associated coding implications, preparing them for future changes in the field
Areas Covered in the Session:
  • New and revised CPT codes
  • ICD-10-CM diagnosis code updates
  • Coding for common ENT procedures
  • Documentation requirements
  • Modifier usage
  • Coding challenges and pitfalls
  • Reimbursement considerations
  • Emerging technologies and coding implications
  • Live Q&A Session
Recommended participants:
  • Physicians and Clinical Staff
  • Physician Assistants
  • ENT Healthcare Providers
  • Medical Coders
  • Medical Billers
  • Coding Managers and Supervisors
  • Revenue Cycle Professionals
  • Healthcare Auditors
  • CDI Specialists
  • Practice Administrators
  • Compliance Officers
  • Regulatory Officers
  • Healthcare Educators and Trainers
  • Office Staff Involved in Documenting ENT Procedures
Presenter Biography:

With approximately 12 years of experience in the coding and billing industry, Amanda Reikowsky, CPC, CRC, CPMA, CDEO has developed a comprehensive skill set in health information management. She holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Management and is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree to further enhance her expertise. Throughout her career, Amanda has worked for various healthcare organizations and revenue cycle management companies, where she has excelled in coding, auditing, and educational functions. Her dedication to improving healthcare processes and ensuring accurate billing practices has made a significant impact in the field. Amanda continues to advance her knowledge and skills, contributing to the evolving landscape of healthcare coding and billing. She is currently employed as a Coding Quality Auditor and Educator at Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey.

Additional Information:

After registration, You will receive an email with login information and handouts (presentation slides) that you can print and share with all participants at your location.

System Requirement:
  • Internet Speed: Preferably above 1 MBPS
  • Headset: Any decent headset and microphone which can be used to talk and hear clearly
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