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Trainees step up to learn coding, reimbursement
The Society for Vascular Surgery’s (SVS) efforts in coding and reimbursement work have taken another step forward, with four new doctors now in training to learn the ins and outs of the entire process. The SVS has a long tradition…
Maximize reimbursement: Learn latest in coding at SVS workshop
When it comes to coding, information gaps can lead to revenue gaps. Proper coding and documentation are integral to receiving appropriate reimbursement for vascular procedures. And coding for these procedures can be tricky, with many nuances. The Society for Vascular…
SVS’ AMA membership push aimed at safeguarding vascular surgery voice on coding issues
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is urging members to join the American Medical Association (AMA) in a bid to maintain a critical voice in the decision-making process for the specialty. The reason is simple: Unless the percentage of dual…
What is taxonomy and how does it affect vascular surgeons?
Have you ever had a bill denied for services of your assistants and not known why? Have you received cryptic messages on an explanation of payments that indicates your assistant is not allowed to bill for services? As the use…
OBL: Keys to success in the outpatient setting
The ability to pivot in the face of changes to reimbursement while still meeting the needs of patients is a key facet of success in the office-based lab (OBL). That was among the key messages delivered by Brian DeRubertis, MD,…
Medicare E&M coding changes and EHR physician burnout
A recent article published in Vascular Specialist summarized data regarding the undeniable relationship between electronic health records (EHRs) and burnout amongst physicians. There is ample irony in the fact that a graph depicting the increased focus on “physician wellbeing” in…
Upcoming webinars: May to feature exchanges on coding, employment
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Community Practice Committee will host two webinars in May designed to support members in community-practice settings. Members may register now for either or both. The Coding Webinar starts at 7 p.m. CDT on…
Upcoming symposium for fellows: ‘Building a successful vascular practice’
A symposium designed to educate graduating vascular fellows on succeeding in a community or private practice as well as an academic setting is set to take place at the end of February. The 2021 Mote Symposium, hosted by the Mote…
Target 2021: SVS councils and committees drill down on key goals for year ahead (Part 3)
While there is little doubt the pandemic has impacted each vascular surgeon and the SVS as a Society in numerous ways, the commitment and dedication of SVS committee, council and task force members to deliver on the mission has remained…
Coding workshop: Keep the money you deserve
Coding for aneurysm repair, for catheterization, for lower-extremity amputation. Information on modifiers, not to mention reimbursement appeals. And don’t forget new guidelines for Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes that take effect Jan. 1 next year. Attendees of this year’s virtual…