Kurt T. Steele, OD: Neurolens: Speaker's Bureau (honoraria or other compensation) (); Weave: Consulting Fees (), Speaker's Bureau (honoraria or other compensation) ()
We live in a very rural area with not one OMD in our county. We serve on staff at the local hospital and get lots of referrals from local MDs. We even take call for the ER on the weekends. We get to see lots of interesting cases, and these are some of them! But we also need to get paid! We will cover how we billed for each of these cases.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Differentiate between 92 codes and 99 codes for ophthalmological services and select the appropriate billing code based on patient status, examination complexity, and medical decision-making criteria.
Demonstrate competency in the systematic evaluation and initial management of anterior segment trauma, including LASIK flap complications, corneal abrasions, and penetrating injuries
Differentiate between viral, bacterial, and fungal causes of anterior segment infections and select evidence-based treatment regimens while understanding medication availability constraints
Gain proficiency in managing pediatric ocular emergencies, including understanding legal reporting requirements and coordinating multidisciplinary care
Develop systematic approaches to challenging diagnostic cases, including unusual cataract presentations and cases that have been previously misdiagnosed by multiple providers
Understand indications for advanced treatment options including amniotic membrane placement, steroid therapy protocols, and cycloplegia in various clinical scenarios
