Coding and Precertification Strategies for Nasal Surgery

Program Description:In the setting of decreased reimbursements and increased insurance denials, wading through the world of current procedural terminology (CPT) coding for nasal surgery can be challenging. This interactive miniseminar will discuss appropriate coding for nasal surgeries, clarifying the differences between rhinoplasty, vestibular stenosis repair, septoplasty, and turbinate surgery, and discuss indications for precertification. Individual speakers, well versed in the world of nasal surgery, will share strategies in documentation, patient counseling, and navigating appeals. The main goal of the miniseminar is to provide an algorithm for proper and accurate coding and helpful strategies to support these coding choices.Educational Objectives:1) Maximize coding for nasal surgeries involving functional rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and treatment of inferior turbinates. 2) Recognize clinical indications that impact coverage of rhinoplasty by insurance companies. 3) Improve efficiency when interacting ...