2021 AANS Managing Coding & Reimbursement Challenges in Neurosurgery
May 20-22, 2021 – Virtual
September 9-11, 2021 – Pittsburgh
The goal of the 2021 AANS Managing Coding & Reimbursement Challenges in Neurosurgery course is to train clinical, professional and administrative staff to recognize the implications of quality reporting and deliver the most up-to-date ICD-10 and CPT coding specific to neurosurgical practice. Through hands-on training and experience, attendees learn to accurately apply and assign CPT codes for common neurosurgical procedures. Attendees are exposed to high quality, reliable and effective practice management content important for staying compliant with ever-changing regulations.
The AANS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.
The AANS designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This program has prior approval from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) for up to 20.5 continuing education hours. Prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor. The AAPC approval index number(s) for the 2021 AANS Managing Coding & Reimbursement Challenges in Neurosurgery course is valid thru Dec. 31, 2021.
Attending the 2021 AANS Managing Coding & Reimbursement Challenges in Neurosurgery course is a smart investment for your employer. As organizations are limiting travel and continuing education budgets, it is helpful to provide justification for attending educational programming. This toolkit offers resources to help you do that.
| 2021 Course Dates/Locations | Early Registration Deadline |
| May 20-22, 2021 – Virtual Register Now Register by May 9 to receive the materials in advance of the course. |
April 3, 2021 |
| September 9-11, 2021 – Pittsburgh Register Now |
July 24, 2021 |
| Early Registration | Registration | |
| AANS Member Physician | $1,099 | $1,149 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Member Physician | $1,199 | $1,249 |
| Advanced Practice Provider or Office Staff | $999 | $1,049 |
| Resident/Fellow or Military | $650 | $700 |
Please note: There is an anatomy & terminology for coders’ breakout and a physicians’ breakout the first evening of the course. These breakouts are included in the registration fee.
| Day 1 | |
| Time | Topic(s) |
|---|---|
| 1-4 pm |
• NEW Evaluation and Management Coding and Documentation Guidelines for Office Services |
| 4-4:30 pm | Break |
|
Concurrent Breakout Sessions 4:30-6:30 pm (Optional) |
Physicians Only Breakout: A session to discuss new codes, practice management concerns and challenges faced by practicing neurosurgeons. Review CMS survey methodology and take the opportunity to discuss the code development and valuation process. There is ample time for questions and for attendee-led conversation. Coders and Office Staff Breakout: Focus on review of neuroanatomy and terminology relative to coding, using a didactic presentation and models with ample time for questions. Attendees are expected to have a working knowledge of neuroanatomy and terminology. Faculty recommends that attendees have completed Introduction to Neurosurgical Coding with Anatomy & Terminology webinar or have a minimum of two years of experience in neurosurgical coding. |
| Day 2 | |
| Time | Topic(s) |
|---|---|
| 8-9:30 am |
• Neurosurgery Coding and Billing Principles |
| 9:30-10 am | Spine Procedure Coding |
| 10-10:15 am | Break |
| 10:15 am-12 pm | Spine Procedure Coding (cont.) |
| 12-12:45 pm | Lunch |
| 12:45-2:15 pm | Spine Procedure Coding (cont.) |
| 2:15-2:30 pm | Break |
| 2:30-3:30 pm |
• Spine Procedure Coding (cont.) |
| 3:30-4 pm | Spine and Peripheral Nerve Coding Question and Answer |
| Day 3 | |
| Time | Topic(s) |
|---|---|
| 8-8:30 am | Practice Management Pearls |
| 8:30-9 am | Medicare Update 2021 |
| 9-10 am | Cranial Tumor and Cerebrovascular Procedure Coding |
| 10-10:15 am | Break |
| 10:15 am-12 pm | Functional and Pediatric Procedure Coding |
| 12-12:45 pm | Lunch |
| 12:45-1:30 pm | Cranial Trauma and Other Non-Spine Procedure Coding |
| 1:30-2 pm | Question and Answer |
| 2-3 pm | Neuroendovascular Procedure Coding |
John Kevin Ratliff, MD, FAANS, Co-director
Luis Manuel Tumialán, MD, FAANS, Co-director
Joseph S. Cheng, MD, MS, FAANS
Kristopher T. Kimmell, MD, FAANS
Mark Oppenlander, MD, FAANS
Clemens M. Schirmer, MD, PhD, FAANS, FACS, FAHA
Cheerag Upadhyaya, MD, FAANS
Anand Veeravagu, MD
Chester K. Yarbrough, MD, MPHS
Kim Pollock, RN, MBA, CPC, CMDP
Teri Romano, BSN, MBA, CPC, CMDP
Hotel
Omni William Penn Hotel
530 William Penn Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Hotel Phone: 412.553.5226
Reservations Phone: 800.843.6664
Room Rates: $179
Hotel Reservation Deadline: August 09, 2021
Cancellation and Refund Policies
Requests for cancellation, substitution or transfer of course registration must be received in writing prior to April 22, 2021, in order to receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations, substitutions or transfers to another course will only be granted between April 22, 2021, and May 6, 2021, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations, substitutions or transfers after May 6, 2021. Email or fax written cancellation, substitution or transfer requests to epm@aans.org or fax: 847.378.0608.
The AANS reserves the right to cancel a course. Registrants will be notified by telephone and a formal letter of cancellation will follow in the mail. In the event of course cancellation, registration fees are refundable; however, airline and hotel penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.
NO SHOWS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.
Cancellation and Refund Policies
Requests for cancellation, substitution or transfer of course registration must be received in writing prior to August 12, 2021, in order to receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations, substitutions or transfers to another course will only be granted between August 12, 2021, and August 26, 2021, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations, substitutions or transfers after August 26, 2021. Email or fax written cancellation, substitution or transfer requests to: epm@aans.org or fax: 847.378.0608.
The AANS reserves the right to cancel a course. Registrants will be notified by telephone and a formal letter of cancellation will follow in the mail. In the event of course cancellation, registration fees are refundable; however, airline and hotel penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.
NO SHOWS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.
The AANS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.
The AANS designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CEU credits for this activity are pending.
