Christine Hall has the honor and pleasure of presenting not one but two presentations at the 16th Annual NAMAS Audit & Compliance Conference.

Day One | November 4th

Telehealth 2025: Doctor Will See You Now, According to New Rules!

Telehealth has undergone more changes in the past four years than most billed services see in a lifetime, and yet—here we go again! As we launch into telehealth in 2025, we face new telehealth codes, rules, and guidelines. We must be prepared to update compliance policies for 2025, educate physicians and coding teams on these changes, and audit the compliance documentation. This session will ensure you are ready to go live with these telehealth changes on January 1, 2025.

Day Two | November 5th

Structuring the Audit: Integrating Payer Policies and Guidelines

“Who’s on First, What’s on Second.” Receiving a notification from a payer initiates a critical phase that demands a meticulous approach to ensure compliance and financial stability. This session provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to structuring audits in alignment with specific audit scopes and payer policies. Participants will learn how to effectively define and refine audit scopes to address the specifics outlined in payer notifications. Practical methods for incorporating National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) guidelines into audit procedures will be explored, enhancing accuracy and compliance by identifying and addressing coding discrepancies. Best practices for integrating Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) strategies specific to ICD-10-CM coding will also be covered, ensuring thorough documentation review essential for compliance and optimized reimbursement. Essential techniques for conducting comprehensive documentation reviews will be emphasized, focusing on thoroughness and compliance with payer guidelines to mitigate audit discrepancies. Participants will gain insights into effectively applying payer-specific policies and coding guidelines during audit processes to ensure audits are conducted accurately and in alignment with payer expectations. The session will also explore the optimal use of coding and compliance tools to streamline audit workflows, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and overall audit outcomes. Through practical insights and real-world examples, attendees will be equipped to confidently navigate payer notifications, leveraging structured audit approaches that uphold compliance and financial integrity.

In our comprehensive multi-day LIVE online course, our NAMAS-approved instructor will delve deeply into every aspect of E/M auditing. Each section will be meticulously dissected, providing you with a thorough comprehension of E/M guidelines. Whether you're venturing into auditing for the first time or honing your expertise, this course caters to all levels of proficiency.

Earn up to 12 CEUs recognized by the AAPC, applicable towards certifications such as CPC, CPMA, CEMC, and more. Reach out to NAMAS for further details regarding CEUs and registration.

Class registration fee includes:

• NAMAS E&M Reference E-Manual & Course E-Workbook (print options available)

• NAMAS E/M Audit E-Tools Included

• 12 AAPC CEU's

• Non-NAMAS Members receive 1 Year Gold Membership with all benefits($215.00 value) 

Materials will be provided to you electronically, unless you select to have them printed and shipped to the address provided on your order. A fee of $35 applies for printed materials.

NOTE: Successful class completion also requires you to have the current year's CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS manuals, which are NOT included in your class registration.

Why choose a live online format?

Because everyone needs a schedule to follow, creating our course with live courses, homework assignments, and firm due dates promotes an environment that encourages students to maintain their path to medical auditing success!

We encourage each student to participate through webcam interaction with their instructor and virtual classmates! Each session requires a minimum number of participants to occur. In the event we do not meet our minimum attendance requirement, the course may be canceled, and you will be offered a seat in our next available course. Class registrations are transferable but are not refundable.

Attendees will receive a certificate of completion and a CEU certificate for the earned credits upon completing the full online training program. A certification exam process is NOT required, but those interested should seek testing in your local area chapter offerings. Each course has a required minimum attendance of 5 registrations; in the event your selected course does not reach the minimum number of registered attendees, you may be asked to reschedule.

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Christine Hall has the pleasure of presenting at the 2024 AMBA National Medical Billing and Coding Conference in Las Vegas on Communicating with Payers.

Topic Description:

This presentation will underscore the critical importance of mastering effective communication with payers for successful claim adjudication. Attendees will glean valuable insights from real-world examples of documentation and claim data, empowering them to navigate this process with confidence and achieve optimal outcomes.

The ICD-10-CM Guidelines Bootcamp is an intensive, two-day training program designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the application of the ICD-10-CM coding guidelines. This bootcamp is ideal for medical coders, billing specialists, and healthcare professionals who seek to enhance their coding accuracy, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and improve their understanding of HCC and value-based reimbursement.

Two-Day Bootcamp:

• October 4th: 12:00 PM EST to 5:00 PM EST

• October 5th: 12:00 PM EST to 5:00 PM EST

Your Instructor: Christine Hall, CHC, CPC, CDEO, CPB, CPMA, CRC, CEMA, CPC-I

Note: 10 CEUs have been approved for this event.

Agenda:

• Day 1:

  • History and Anatomy of ICD-10-CM

  • I. A. Conventions

  • I. B. General Coding Guidelines

  • Section 2

  • Section 3

  • Section 4

• Day 2:

  • I.C. Chapter Specific Coding Guidelines

  • Questions

Christine Hall is honored to present at the Mastering the Business of Medicine Virtual Conference on not one but two topics "Lesions, Nodules, and Rashes…Oh My!." and “Compliance: Doing the Right Thing”.

Join us on August 17th and 18th at 11:00 AM EST to 7:00 PM for an insightful and engaging sessions. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Use Coupon Code: Christine10 for 10% off your registration

The NAMAS  LIVE online Medical Auditing BootCamp® training program will prepare you to actively work and perform as a medical auditor.  NAMAS’ goal is to not only help train you to obtain any of the national auditing certification degrees, but to help ensure that when you leave the classroom you have a keen understanding of auditing and how to operate day-to-day as a trained medical auditor.

Already an auditor? Need to sharpen your skills and earn CEUs?The Medical Auditing BootCamp® has prior approval for 16 CEUs upon successful completion of the class. Not quite ready for ALL things auditing? Consider starting with E/M first, and begin with the E/M BootCamp.

At the NAMAS Medical Auditing BootCamp®, you will learn:

• E&M, Surgical, Medical, and Ancillary Service Auditing

• Why we audit and the compliance of it all

• How to communicate results and educate providers.

• Valuable skills in auditing abstraction.

• Scope and statistical methodologies.

• Instruction on RAC, CERT, MIC and ZPIC audits.

• Additionally, you will leave prepared to sit for certification exam to become a certified auditor.

Course Requirements:

Prior to registering for this course, it is recommended that you are either a Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or have at least 2 years of coding experience.

Class registration fee includes:

• NAMAS Medical Auditing BootCamp® Curriculum Manual

• E&M Audit tool

• Pocket reference cards

• One year's membership to NAMAS (for new registrations only; registrations from current NAMAS members will receive a discounted rate on membership renewals)

Materials will be provided to you electronically, unless you select to have them printed and shipped to the address provided on your order. A fee of $35 applies for printed materials

NOTE: Successful completion of the class also requires you to have the current year's CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS manuals which are NOT included in your class registration.

Why chose a live online format?

Because everyone needs a schedule to follow and creating our course with live courses and homework assignments and firm due dates promotes an environment to encourage students to maintain their path to medical auditing success!

We encourage each student to participate through webcam interaction with their instructor and virtual class mates! Each session requires a minimum number of participants to occur. In the event we do not meet our minimum attendance required, the course may be cancelled and you will be offered a seat in our next available course. Class registrations are transferable, but are not refundable.

Training Includes:

• 16 AAPC Approved CEUs

• NAMAS Medical Audit Training & Reference Guide

• 16+ hours of LIVE online course class time

• FREE one-year NAMAS Membership which includes (*Upon completion of the Online course):

• Access to 4 webinars per month  that qualify for all needed CPMA® specific CEUs

• Complimentary subscription to BC Advantage Magazine

• Weekly medical auditing tip

• Much more

Attendees will receive a certificate of completion along with a CEU certificate for the earned credits upon completing the full online training program. Certification exam process is NOT required, but those interested should seek testing in your local area chapter offerings. Each course has a required minimum attendance of 5 registrations; in the event your selected course does not reach the minimum number of registered attendees, you may be asked to reschedule.

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