Catalog Number : crs1211
Title : Observation Beds
Speaker : Karen Scott

Webplay Recording Date : 4-13-06
Webplay Price : $ 225 for two weeks viewing

Teleconference/Webinar Presenter: Karen Scott, MEd, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC

Teleconference Webinar Title: Observation Beds Changes under 2006 OPPS

Teleconference/Webinar Level: Intermediate

Importance of this Webinar: This seminar takes the participant through the changes and discusses how to prepare for the changes.

Teleconference/Webinar Objectives:

• Describe the new HCPCS level II codes that are to be used for observation bed billing in 2006
• Discuss changes in procedures needed for correct coding and billing of observation bed for Medicare

Teleconference/Webinar Outline/Agenda:

• Discussion of the new codes for observation bed
• Changes in observation bed requirements for 2006
• Practical advice for preparation for the changes

Prerequisites for Participating: There are no specific prerequisites, attendees should have training, education and associated experience in general coding, billing and reimbursement areas to best assimilate the information, concepts and processes that will be presented.

Target Audience: Any healthcare professional involved in coding, billing or documentation of Medicare patients in the observation bed status.

Attendance Certificate: Upon attending this course you will receive a 1.5 Contact Hour Attendance Certificate. There is usually a reciprocal agreement between state associations to allow these to count for each state. If you have any questions, please ask your state association.