F032 Beyond the Basics: Uncovering and Mastering Hidden Dermatology Coding Challenges
DESCRIPTION
This engaging session delves into advanced dermatology coding scenarios tackling the intricate and unexpected challenges that often go unnoticed in the dermatology practice. Through expert insights and real-world examples, coding experts will share tried and tested coding strategies and solutions to navigate complex coding scenarios. By exploring unconventional coding solutions, attendees will gain insights into innovative approaches to enhance coding accuracy, ensure compliance, and strengthen medical record documentation optimization.
This session is perfect for those aiming to elevate their coding skills and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of dermatology coding and compliance.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Discuss the latest coding updates from CPT and CMS and how a dermatologists can put these codes into practice.
Develop the essential skills to master and stay updated on everyday and complex dermatology coding.
Evaluate and solve the coding questions most asked by dermatologists.
SCHEDULE
1:00 PM
Introduction
Shang I. Brian Jiang, MD, FAAD
1:05 PM
Skin-Deep Documentation: Building the Foundation for Accurate Claims in Dermatology Coding
Valencia D. Thomas, MD, FAAD
1:28 PM
Skin Lesion Logic: Choosing the Right code for Shaves, Excisions, and Biopsies
Kelly KyungHwa Park, MD, MSL, FAAD
1:51 PM
Coding in the Gray Zone: Navigating Complex Dermatology Procedures
Shang I. Brian Jiang, MD, FAAD
2:14 PM
Modifier Makeover: Applying Modifiers in Real-World Dermatology Claims
Lily Park, DO, FAAD
2:37 PM
Clear as Skin: Simplifying Complex Coding Scenarios
Christopher M DiMarco, MD, FAAD
DIRECTOR
Shang I. Brian Jiang, MD, FAAD
SPEAKERS
Christopher M DiMarco, MD, FAAD
Kelly KyungHwa Park, MD, MSL, FAAD
Lily Park, DO, FAAD
Valencia D. Thomas, MD, FAAD
DISCLOSURES
Christopher M DiMarco, MD, FAAD
No financial relationships exist with ineligible companies.
Shang I. Brian Jiang, MD, FAAD
Eli Lilly and Company – Other(Salary); Regeneron – Advisory Board(Honoraria);
Kelly KyungHwa Park, MD, MSL, FAAD
Castle Biosciences, Inc – Speaker(Honoraria); UpToDate, Inc – Other(Patent royalties or other compensation for Intellectual Property Rights);
Lily Park, DO, FAAD
No financial relationships exist with ineligible companies.
Valencia D. Thomas, MD, FAAD
Castle Biosciences, Inc – Advisory Board(Honoraria); Merk – Advisory Board(Honoraria); National Comprehensive Cancer Network – Speaker(Honoraria); Sanofi/Regeneron – Advisory Board(Honoraria);