Reimbursement Rules: Doing the Right Thing at the Right Time

Presented by Peggy Walker

Date/Time:

Nov 14, 2013
8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

Embassy Suites Dallas - Market Center
2727 N Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75207

Special Note:

7:30 a.m. event check-in

Event + Traveling Education

Course Description:

This seminar is a hands-on workshop that takes you through the billing process from start to finish. We will discuss basic billing rules for all DME, as well as how to work through a denied claim. We will review the effective use of ABNs, how to bill for repairs, and the proper documentation requirements for Mobility Assist Equipment. Fraud and abuse issues and current medical policy updates will also be discussed. Medicare set the standard in reimbursement practices for our industry, but more and more payers are following their lead and implementing the same standards. Each attendee that complies with the completion requirements (see below) will be awarded .7 CEUs.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss proper billing procedures for all DME and repairs.
  • Identify medical policy updates and changes.
  • Review effective use of ABNs.
  • Review documentation requirements for Mobility Assist Equipment.
  • Review proper follow-up procedures when receiveing a denied or rejected claim.
  • Define fraud and abuse issues relating to DME.

Location Contact Information:

Embassy Suites Dallas - Market Center

2727 N Stemmons Freeway

Dallas, TX 75207

(214)630-5332

Room rate = $149.00

Please mention the VGM event when making your reservation.
 

Event Pricing:

VGM Members: $199 per registration

Non-Members: $299 per registration  

*Please register by November 8th to be guaranteed a program binder.

This event is sponsored by Brightree.

Credit Requirements:

In order to receive proper credit for an education session, you must complete the following requirements: sign in before the session begins; be present for at least 90% of the session; complete a program evaluation at the conclusion of the session. Credit will not be awarded if all of these requirements are not met.

Cancellation Policy:

**NOTICE: There is a $50 cancellation fee per person. If it is less than three business days before the show the registration is non-refundable; however, your registration can be applied to another attendee. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this event. If we reschedule or cancel, registered students will be notified immediately.