Top Coding Issues Impacting GI Practices in 2021

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The video is a presentation on the top coding issues impacting GI practices in 2021, sponsored by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the ASGE Foundation Beyond Our Walls Campaign. The presenter is Kristen Vaughn, a national consultant with over 16 years of coding and billing experience in various medical specialties. The presentation covers topics such as updates to ICD-10 codes, the OIG physician task force, upper endoscopy issues, the review of 2021 E&M changes, time documentation, clinical examples with decision-making, and E&M tips. The presenter highlights the importance of accurate documentation and coding to ensure proper reimbursement and compliance with payer policies. She provides examples and explanations of how to determine the level of service based on medical decision-making and total time spent with the patient. The presenter also discusses the differences between screening and diagnostic colonoscopies and the coding requirements for each. Finally, she addresses some common questions and concerns related to coding and documentation. The presentation provides valuable information for healthcare professionals involved in coding and billing for GI practices. Credits for the webinar can be claimed through ASGE's GI Leap platform after completion and evaluation.

Keywords

coding issues

GI practices

2021

ICD-10 codes

OIG physician task force

upper endoscopy

E&M changes

time documentation

medical decision-making

coding requirements