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X-WR-CALNAME:Codequest 2026 (Ophthalmology)
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DESCRIPTION:Schedule\n\n7 - 8 am: Registration & Breakfast \n8 - 9:30 am: C
 ourse \n9:30 - 9:45 am: Break\n9:45 am - 12:15 pm: Course \n\nNEW THIS YEA
 R – The Codequest syllabus will be available to attendees online the wee
 k of the course. Please download the syllabus onto your own laptop or devi
 se and/or print out pages. We will have pens and notepads on site and a ve
 ry limited number of printed copies. Thank you for making this adjustment\
 , which will help us keep costs low. \n\n\nCodequest™ provides expert co
 ding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.\nPhysicians\, 
 administrators\, technicians\, and scribes all play a crucial role in pati
 ent care and your practice's financial health. Join the most knowledgeable
  coding experts in ophthalmology for four hours of professional coding edu
 cation essential to your success. We’ll map out the latest critical upda
 tes\, review key competencies\, crosswalk to all subspecialties\, and stee
 r you towards successful solutions for appropriately maximizing reimbursem
 ents.\n\nDeveloped by the American Academy of Ophthalmology\, Codequest is
  the best way to protect your practice from claim denials and audit recoup
 ments.\n\nTopics \n\n2026 Coding Updates\, Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
  changes\, including an E/M and Eye visit code comparison and crucial paye
 r policy changes.Connect with the "Why": See how your understanding of cod
 ing improves efficiencies\, contributes to stronger compliance\, and pays 
 off in real-world outcomes.Own Your Audit Strategy: Stay ahead of payer sc
 rutiny related to modifier 25 and down coding\, sharpen your documentation
 \, and turn audit insights into accountable action.To Bill or Not to Bill:
  Make confident billing decisions with practical examples from current hot
  topics ensuring compliance and patient trust.Coding Competency Challenge:
  Test your skills and gain expert insights into frequently encountered cod
 ing questions to enhance your expertise and drive better outcomes.
GEO:32.81271;-96.841312
LOCATION:Tom and Lula Gooch Auditorium (C)
SUMMARY:Codequest 2026 (Ophthalmology)
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.utsouthwestern.edu/event/codequest-2026-ophtha
 lmology
CATEGORIES:Career & Prof. Dev.
CATEGORIES:Academics & Co-Curricular
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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