Course Objective
To equip outpatient and professional fee coders with a comprehensive understanding of anesthesia coding guidelines and modifiers through a self-paced training program, enabling them to strengthen their coding accuracy and proficiency
Topics Covered
Module I – Definitions of Anesthesia
Module II – Anesthesia care package
Module III –Phases of anesthesia care
Module IV – Types of anesthesia
Module V –Conscious (moderate) sedation
Module VI –Documentation guidelines
Module VII –Anesthesia codes
Module VIII – Time calculations
Module IX –Billing guidelines
Module X –Termination of surgery
Module XI –Anesthesia modifiers
Module XII –Physical status modifiers
Module XIII –Organization impact
Eligibility
Individuals who have completed a basic medical coding course or hold a CPC certification and wish to specialize in anesthesia coding.
Nurses, medical billing specialists, or coders seeking to expand their skills in anesthesia coding.