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Mastering Modifiers – Types Of Modifiers, Usage And Effect On Reimbursement

Session Information:
By: Beth Schleeper, COC, CPC, CPCO, CDEO, CPB, CPMA, CPPM, CRC, CPC-I, CEMC, CANPC, CEMA
Event Date: TBD
Time: 1 pm ET | 12 pm CT | 11 am MT | 10 am PT
Duration of the training: 60 Minutes

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Proper use of modifiers is essential to timely and accurate reimbursement but can be challenging for even seasoned coders. In this webinar, we will review the purpose of modifiers; learn to recognize when modifiers should be applied, and how to avoid the misuse of modifiers. Expert Beth will discuss modifiers and the different types of modifiers and break down the appropriate use. We will also discuss how the use of modifiers can affect reimbursement in 2023.

Learning Objective:
  • Review Modifier use
  • Learn the proper use of common modifiers
  • Identify the correct way to use modifiers
  • Understand common mistakes
  • Understand how modifiers affect reimbursement
Areas Covered in the Session:
  • What are modifiers
  • Different types of modifiers
  • NCCI Edits
  • How to use modifiers appropriately
  • How Modifiers can affect reimbursement
  • Live Q&A Session
Suggested Attendees:
  • Billers
  • Coders
  • Auditors
  • Revenue Cycle staff and managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Consultants
  • Physicians
  • Nurses
  • Claim Officers
  • Healthcare administrators and providers
Presenter Biography:

Beth Schleeper, COC, CPC, CDEO, CPB, CPPM, CPCO, CPMA, CRC, CPC-I, CANPC, CEMC, CEMA has more than 25 years of experience in medical billing and coding. She owns and operates T&T Consulting Firm, a medical billing service, and Advanced Coding Services, a coding school using the AAPC curriculum. Mrs. Schleeper started her career as a front desk receptionist at an internal medicine physician practice and worked her way up to practice manager. She has experience in durable medical equipment, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, infertility, home health, PT and OT, and family practice. Schleeper has been Chapter President, Vice President, & Member Development, officer. She served on the AAPC National Board of Directors as Region 7 AAPC Chapter Association representative.

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