EPSDT and Pediatric Coding Training
2007

 

TNAAP offers free EPSDT and Coding training that can be provided regionally or at individual practices.  Trainings can be selected from the modules detailed below.  Customized topic-specific sessions are also available.  In addition, TNAAP offers Mock Coding and/or EPSDT Audits.   
 

Presentation/Training Modules

 

Module #1         1 Hour
Topics:      EPSDT Overview 
                 EPSDT Components  
                 EPSDT Required Documentation
                 EPSDT Reimbursement
                 Key EPSDT Codes  
                 Developmental/Behavioral Screening


Module #2         1.5 Hour
Topics:       EPSDT Overview 
                 EPSDT Components  
                 EPSDT Required Documentation
                 EPSDT Reimbursement
                 Key EPSDT Codes  
                 Developmental/Behavioral Screening
                 2007 CPT Coding Updates
                 2007 ICD-9 Coding Updates
                 CPT Modifiers 


Module #3         2 Hour
Topics:      Principles of Documentation
                 Benefits of Thorough Documentation
                 E/M Components
                 E/M Required Documentation
                 Time-based Coding
                 Preventive Medicine/EPSDT
                 CPT Modifiers
                 Getting to Level 99214/99215  


Module #4         2 Hour
Topics:     EPSDT Overview and Components
                EPSDT Required Documentation
                EPSDT Reimbursement
                Key EPSDT Codes
                New vs. Established Patient
                Developmental/Behavioral Screening
                Immunizations/Vaccines
                Getting to Level 99214/99215
                2007 CPT Coding Updates
                2007 ICD-9 Coding Updates
                CPT Modifiers


Customized Modules         Time TBD

 

Practices may customize their own list of topics (mix topics offered in the other modules) or choose from the topics listed below: 

 

Topics:
 
Vaccines/Immunizations                                         Coding for Psych/Behavioral Disorders

Prolonged Services, Extended/Weekend Hours         Hydration
Consultations                                                         Hospital and Observation Coding
Critical Care                                                           Coding for Asthma
Coding for Obesity                                                  Strapping/Splinting
Fractures                                                               Sutures 
Foreign Body Removal                                            Coding for ADD/ADHD
Determining Level of Service                                    OIG Risk Areas
National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)                   NCQA Guidelines
Office Procedures for EPSDT screens


Mock Chart Audit - EPSDT                      Time TBD 

 

TNAAP staff provides mock chart audit of EPSDT visits to ensure medical record documentation meets the audit criteria for the seven EPSDT Components and documentation requirements.  Includes an exit conference with physicians to discuss findings and recommendations.  Follow-up training is offered if needed. 


Mock Chart Audit - Pediatric Coding                        Time TBD

 

TNAAP staff provides mock chart audit of Evaluation and Management services and procedures to ensure medical record documentation meets the criteria for Documentation Guidelines for Evaluation and Management services and CPT guidelines for procedural coding.  Includes an exit conference with physicians to discuss findings and recommendations.  Follow-up training is offered if needed.

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For more information about EPSDT and our resources contact:

Ruth E. Allen     EPSDT Director
Phone: 865-927-3030     Email: rutheallen@yahoo.com

Janet Smith, RHIT, CPC     Coding Educator
Phone: 615-672-1355    Email: janettnaap@comcast.net

Deborah O. Usry, M.Ed     Developmental Services Coordinator
Phone: 615-376-4829     Email: dusrytnaap@comcast.net