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Coding and Documentation for Radiation Oncology 2021: RO-APM

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Overview

This session will cover the typical coding and compliance patterns for IMRT, SRS, HDR and 3D. It will also cover the differences that occur in both hospital and freestanding environments. This comprehensive approach will allow for dosimetrists to have an appreciation of how the entire department is connected and how to best influence positive outcomes for the team in the Radiation Oncology division.  Compliance is always a potential risk, as such, this session will discuss proactive measures in which practical actions can be put in place that are relatively easy to manage while materially decreasing exposure to audits whether government or commercial payers.  The session will outline visios and techniques we have found that benefit the facility and team members and how this behavior affects payment rates and payer regulations.  Lastly, RO-APM, the preparation, necessary as well as the process for submission and payment will be reviewed. Q&A will be encouraged from members. 

Learner Outcomes:

1. Review Coding for various Dx in both a Hospital and Freestanding facility for Radiation Oncology
2. Explain Radiation Oncology Alternative Payment Methodology, RO-APM compared to typical coding patterns
3. Practice daily Compliance updates and requirements for Radiation Oncology Coding

CE Credits = 1.0

Speaker(s)

Ron DiGiaimo, MBA, FACHE, Chairman of the Board

Alternate Payment Model (APM) 101 - What We Really Need To Know: 

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Overview

Reimbursement for radiation oncology services is changing, and these changes and updates are impacting hospitals, freestanding facilities, provider-based departments, and physicians.  These changes are related to the new Alternative Payment Model (APM) that has been instituted in radiation oncology across the nation.  Keeping up-to-date on all of the changes can seem daunting.  This session will provide a look at the reimbursement changes, delineate the differences between the fee-for-service world and the new payment model, provide information on where to find resources about the changes, and help to understand how these changes impact reimbursement and staff workflows for cancer services.  

Learner Outcomes:

1. List the recent reimbursement updates from Medicare impacting radiation oncology
2. Define the expectations and requirements that have been implemented for payment in the 2021 calendar year and beyond
3. Explain how clinical workflows and EMR system customization may be impacted to allow for required reporting 
4. Identify how this model may shift clinical practice patterns, treatment techniques and fractionation

CE Credits = 1.0

Speaker(s)

Adam Brown CMD, BSRT(T), Director of Client Services

Tamara Syverson, BSRT(T), CHONC, Executive Director, Client Services