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When is CPT® add-on code +0993T reported for augmentative software analysis performed with a CT scan of the heart? Case Example: A patient with

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Under PAMA regulations, how is pricing determined for new laboratory test codes that do not yet have established Medicare payment rates?

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When an attempted lower extremity intervention is unsuccessful, should only the catheterization and diagnostic angiography be coded, or can the attempted intervention also be

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Can we use the time in and out of the department to calculate billable units of service for respiratory rehabilitation service codes?

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What distinguishes a Type 2 MI from a Type 1 MI, and how does it typically present on ECG?

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Infusion and injection coding remains one of the most misunderstood and inconsistently applied areas of hospital outpatient coding. Differences between AMA guidance, CMS instructions, payer requirements, and documentation practices can create confusion, compliance concerns, and reimbursement risk. In this foundational webcast, infusion coding expert Tiffani Bouchard, CCS, breaks down the drug administration hierarchy, key coding terminology, documentation requirements, and common coding scenarios. Attendees will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to accurately apply infusion and injection coding guidelines, support compliant billing, and reduce costly coding errors.

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As payer denials of infusion and injection services continue to rise, hospital outpatient coding and revenue integrity teams must be prepared to defend accurate coding and billing practices. This advanced webcast explores the growing disconnect between payer reimbursement policies and established AMA and CMS guidance, providing practical strategies for addressing denials, supporting appeals, and protecting reimbursement. Led by infusion coding expert Tiffani Bouchard, CCS, attendees will learn how to apply authoritative coding guidance, identify when services should be separately reportable, and confidently navigate today’s increasingly complex payer landscape.

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