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CHEC Your Practice

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CHEC Your Practice, the podcast that provides you with practice management, coding, and payment advice directly from ACOG’s Committee on Health Economics and Coding (CHEC). The CHEC works diligently to advocate for Ob-Gyn physicians and to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work. All the guidance presented in this podcast is up-to-date, evidence-based advice and is supplemented with ACOG Committee Opinions, Physician Toolkits, and the latest medical coding articles.

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Episodes

Episode 21: Obstetric Coding Part V

June 02, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

This final installment of the OB series focuses on coding around interruption of pregnancy and stillbirth.  Support the show

Episode 20: Obstetric Coding Part IV

June 02, 2022 18:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

In this next episode we discuss more OB coding scenarios Support the show

Episode 19: Obstetric Coding Basics Part III

June 01, 2022 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

More OB coding! Join us in learning about postpartum coding and the global OB package. Support the show

Episode 18: Obstetric Coding Part II- The Global OB Package

May 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Continuing with our OB series, this is next section is focused on the global OB package. This episode will provide an overview as well as detailed examples.  As always, direct any questions to acogcoding.freshdesk.com!  Support the show

Episode 17: Obstetric Coding Part I

May 05, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Follow along through some obstetric case studies from our archives. These scenarios will take you  through several example coding situations. As always, if you have any coding questions please visit our portal and submit them there! https://acogcoding.freshdesk.com/support/login  Support the show

Episode 14: RUC Series Part 1: What is the RUC?

January 24, 2022 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

This is part 1 in a 3 part series discussing the RUC with Trisha Crishock, ACOG’s AMA CPT Editorial Panel and AMA Relative-Value Scale Update Committee (RUC) representative, on how the RUC process works, what ACOG volunteer members do at the RUC, and how all members can help. We kick of this episode by discussing what is the RUC and RUC basics. Support the show

Episode 15: RUC Series Part 2: What goes on at the RUC?

January 24, 2022 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Welcome to part 2 of the RUC series. Ever wonder what goes on at the RUC? Trisha Crishock joins us again to share her insights on the committee.  Support the show

Episode 16: RUC Series Part 3: How does the RUC survey work?

January 24, 2022 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.78 MB

Finally, part 3 of 3 of the RUC series with Trisha Crishock where she will delve into more details on the RUC survey process.  Support the show

Episode 13: FAQs About the 2021 E/M Changes (ft Tatyana Mallory, MBA, RHIA)

July 27, 2021 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MB

I am joined by ACOG's Outpatient Coding Education Specialist, Tatyana Mallory, MBA, RHIA. In this episode, we go over Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) we've gotten from our members about some of the new 2021 E/M changes. Please see the attached transcript if you'd like a written guide to the questions and answers discussed in this episode. Direct links mentioned in the episode: ACOG Payment Advocacy and Policy Portal: https://acogcoding.freshdesk.com/ Evaluation & Management: Determini...

Episode 13: FAQs About the 2021 E/M Changes

July 27, 2021 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MB

I am joined by ACOG's Outpatient Coding Education Specialist, Tatyana Mallory, MBA, RHIA. In this episode, we go over Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) we've gotten from our members about some of the new 2021 E/M changes. Please see the attached transcript if you'd like a written guide to the questions and answers discussed in this episode. Direct links mentioned in the episode: ACOG Payment Advocacy and Policy Portal: https://acogcoding.freshdesk.com/ Evaluation & Management: Determini...

Episode 13: FAQs About the 2021 E/M Changes

July 27, 2021 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MB

I am joined by ACOG's Outpatient Coding Education Specialist, Tatyana Mallory, MBA, RHIA. In this episode, we go over Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) we've gotten from our members about some of the new 2021 E/M changes. Please see the attached transcript if you'd like a written guide to the questions and answers discussed in this episode. Direct links mentioned in the episode: ACOG Payment Advocacy and Policy Portal: https://acogcoding.freshdesk.com/ Evaluation & Management: Determini...

Episode 12: ACOG's Official Position on Vaccinating Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women Against COVID-19 (Featuring Sarah Carroll)

March 26, 2021 15:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Interview with Sarah Carroll, ACOG’s Director of Immunization, where we discuss:  ACOG’s official position on vaccinating pregnant and breastfeeding women How ACOG developed the recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines How this guidance is updated and adjusted Clinical trials for vaccines and pregnant women Resources for clinicians and patients  As of March 17th, ACOG’s official position regarding vaccinating pregnant and breastfeeding women against COVID-19:  ACOG recommends that pregna...

Episode 11: ACOG's NIPT (Non-invasive prenatal testing) Initiative (Featuring Rachel Thornton)

March 26, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MB

Join me in my interview with Rachel Thornton, ACOG’s Health Policy Associate, as we discuss ACOG’s efforts to advance the Non-invasive prenatal testing, or NIPT, initiative.  The ACOG Committee on Practice Bulletins-Obstetrics, the Committee on Genetics, in coordination with the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine has developed clinical management guidelines for prenatal testing. This Committee came to the recommendation that prenatal genetic screening should be offered to all pregnant peop...

Episode 11: ACOG's NIPT (Non-invasive prenatal testing) Initiative

March 26, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MB

Join me in my interview with Rachel Thornton, ACOG’s Health Policy Associate, as we discuss ACOG’s efforts to advance the Non-invasive prenatal testing, or NIPT, initiative.  The ACOG Committee on Practice Bulletins-Obstetrics, the Committee on Genetics, in coordination with the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine has developed clinical management guidelines for prenatal testing. This Committee came to the recommendation that prenatal genetic screening should be offered to all pregnant peop...

Episode 11: ACOG's NIPT (Non-invasive prenatal testing) Initiative

March 26, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MB

Join me in my interview with Rachel Thornton, ACOG’s Health Policy Associate, as we discuss ACOG’s efforts to advance the Non-invasive prenatal testing, or NIPT, initiative.  The ACOG Committee on Practice Bulletins-Obstetrics, the Committee on Genetics, in coordination with the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine has developed clinical management guidelines for prenatal testing. This Committee came to the recommendation that prenatal genetic screening should be offered to all pregnant peop...

Episode 10: ACOG's Private Payer Workgroup (Featuring Lisa Satterfield)

March 09, 2021 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MB

ACOG's Senior Director of Health Economics and Coding, Lisa Satterfield, discusses ACOG's new Private Payer Workgroup. In this episode we talk about how Workgroup members were selected, how the Workgroup negotiates with private payers, how ACOG Members can directly communicate their issues and concerns to the Workgroup, and much more! Does your Practice have an issue you'd like to inform the Workgroup about? You can submit your concerns to the ACOG Payment Advocacy and Policy Portal: acog...

Episode 10: ACOG's Private Payer Workgroup

March 09, 2021 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MB

ACOG's Senior Director of Health Economics and Coding, Lisa Satterfield, discusses ACOG's new Private Payer Workgroup. In this episode we talk about how Workgroup members were selected, how the Workgroup negotiates with private payers, how ACOG Members can directly communicate their issues and concerns to the Workgroup, and much more! Does your Practice have an issue you'd like to inform the Workgroup about? You can submit your concerns to the ACOG Payment Advocacy and Policy Portal: acog...

Episode 9: DON'T MISS! E/M Changes For 2021

November 24, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MB

A more detailed breakdown of the E/M office visits beginning in January 1, 2021. Starting January 1, 2021, physicians can expect to see:  • Separate payment for 4 levels of E/M visit codes for new patients  • Deletion of Level 1 code for new patients, which is generally not performed by a physician.  • Separate payment for 5 levels of E/M visit codes for established patients.  • Adoption of new CPT code descriptors. • Elimination of the use of history and/or physical exam to select amo...

Episode 8: Major Payment and Documentation Changes Coming in 2021

December 16, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a proposal to streamline documentation requirements and increase payments for E/M office visits beginning in January 1, 2021. Starting January 1, 2021, physicians can expect to see:  • Separate payment for 4 levels of E/M visit codes for new patients  • Deletion of Level 1 code for new patients, which is generally not performed by a physician.  • Separate payment for 5 levels of E/M visit codes for established patients.  • A...

Episode 8: Major Payment and Documentation Changes Coming in 2021

December 16, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a proposal to streamline documentation requirements and increase payments for E/M office visits beginning in January 1, 2021. Starting January 1, 2021, physicians can expect to see:  • Separate payment for 4 levels of E/M visit codes for new patients  • Deletion of Level 1 code for new patients, which is generally not performed by a physician.  • Separate payment for 5 levels of E/M visit codes for established patients.  • A...

Episode 8: Major Payment and Documentation Changes Coming in 2021 (Featuring Lisa Satterfield)

December 16, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a proposal to streamline documentation requirements and increase payments for E/M office visits beginning in January 1, 2021. Starting January 1, 2021, physicians can expect to see:  • Separate payment for 4 levels of E/M visit codes for new patients  • Deletion of Level 1 code for new patients, which is generally not performed by a physician.  • Separate payment for 5 levels of E/M visit codes for established patients.  • A...

Episode 7 Bonus: Driving Patient Satisfaction

October 29, 2019 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.58 MB

In this bonus episode, Sean Currigan and I discuss the patient-provider interaction from the patient's perspective Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/ACOG-Prac...

Episode 7 Bonus: Driving Patient Satisfaction (Featuring Sean Currigan)

October 29, 2019 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.58 MB

In this bonus episode, Sean Currigan and I discuss the patient-provider interaction from the patient's perspective Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/ACOG-Prac...

Episode 7: Patient Satisfaction and Contract Negotiations (Featuring Sean Currigan)

October 29, 2019 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

ACOG’s Quality and Safety Officer, Sean Currigan, breaks down the CG-CAPHS® (Clinician & Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) Survey, and explains how providers can use the data during contract negotiations  Additional Links: SCOPE Program  (Safety Certification in Outpatient Practice Excellence for Women’s Health):  https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/VRQC-and-SCOPE/SCOPE-Program-Overview https://www.scopeforwomenshealth.org/ Have feedback or sugg...

Episode 7: Patient Satisfaction and Contract Negotiations

October 29, 2019 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

ACOG’s Quality and Safety Officer, Sean Currigan, breaks down the CG-CAPHS® (Clinician & Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) Survey, and explains how providers can use the data during contract negotiations  Additional Links: SCOPE Program  (Safety Certification in Outpatient Practice Excellence for Women’s Health):  https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/VRQC-and-SCOPE/SCOPE-Program-Overview https://www.scopeforwomenshealth.org/ Have feedback or sugg...

Episode 6 - Part 1: The ACOG Prenatal Record (Featuring Dr. Nadia Ramey)

August 04, 2019 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MB

We are excited to announce the 3-part Health IT series!  In part 1, ACOG's Senior Director of Health IT and Clinical Informatics, Dr. Nadia Ramey, discusses the ACOG Prenatal Record (APR) and its implications for EHRs and the ob-gyn workflow Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Health IT and Clinical Informatics Homepage: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Health-Information-Technology  ACOG Prenatal Rec...

Episode 6 - Part 2: The Birth Registry (Featuring Maria Diaz)

August 04, 2019 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.77 MB

In part 2 of the Health IT series, ACOG's Clinical Data Manager, Maria Diaz, gives insight into the Birth Registry  Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Health IT and Clinical Informatics Homepage: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Health-Information-Technology  The Birth Registry Homepage: https://acogbirthregistry.org/  ACOG Legal Disclaimer: Information contained in this podcast should not be cons...

Episode 6 - Part 3: iPat (Integrated Perinatal Anxiety Toolkit Featuring Katye Magee)

August 04, 2019 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.83 MB

In part 3 of the Health IT series, we discuss the ever-expanding world of health IT apps, especially the new iPat Toolkit!  Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Health IT and Clinical Informatics Homepage: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Health-Information-Technology  ACOG Legal Disclaimer: Information contained in this podcast should not be construed as legal advice. As always, practitioners should ...

Episode 5 Bonus 1: RVU Implications for Hospitalists and Employed Physicians (Featuring Dr. Gwenn Jackson)

July 16, 2019 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.63 MB

In this bonus episode, Dr. Jackson explains the important role RVUs play in compensation and payment for Hospitalists and Employed Physicians. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-AC...

Episode 5 Bonus 2: A Peek Behind the Curtain (Featuring Dr. Gwenn Jackson)

July 16, 2019 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.56 MB

In this bonus episode, Dr. Jackson discusses various topics from both a physician's and a policy-maker's perspective. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/ACOG-P...

Episode 5 - Current Challenges in Practice Management (Featuring Dr. Gwenn Jackson)

July 16, 2019 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

The Chair of the CHEC, Dr. Gwenn Jackson, recounts her experiences and challenges over the course of 3 decades in private practice. She presents practical solutions for current issues in practice management. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  P...

Episode 3 - Part 2: The Business of Postpartum LARC (Featuring Dr. Lisa Hofler)

May 20, 2019 15:00 - 6 minutes - 2.94 MB

Dr. Lisa Hofler demystifies the business of postpartum LARCs. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: ACOG Webinar on Immediate Postpartum LARC Implementation: Systems and Sustainability led by Dr. Lisa Hofler: https://live.blueskybroadcast.com/bsb/client/CL_DEFAULT.asp?Client=490885&PCAT=2791&CAT=10780  ACOG Postpartum Contraceptive Access Initiative Website: https://pcainitiative.acog.org/ Implementation resources: htt...

Episode 3 - Part 1: The Business of Medicine (Featuring Dr. Lisa Hofler)

May 20, 2019 15:00 - 11 minutes - 5.39 MB

Dr. Lisa Hofler explains the intricacies surrounding the business of medicine. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/ACOG-Practice-Management-Ticket-Database  Ad...

Episode 4 - Part 2: Meaningful Interactions with ICD-10 (Featuring Dr. Eilean Attwood)

May 20, 2019 15:00 - 13 minutes - 6.16 MB

Dr. Attwood discusses her insights from serving on the ICD-10 Advisory Committee, and how the experience has changed the way she sees, and interacts with, the ICD-10 Code Set. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Databa...

Episode 4 - Part 1: Advice to My Younger Self (Featuring Dr. Eilean Attwood)

May 20, 2019 15:00 - 10 minutes - 5.01 MB

Dr. Attwood discusses the things she wishes she knew before entering into the world of private practice. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/ACOG-Practice-Manag...

Episode 2 - Part 3: The RUC Survey (Featuring Dr. Barbara Levy)

March 26, 2019 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.58 MB

Join us as we sit with Dr. Barbara Levy and receive a comprehensive and illuminating explanation of the RUC Survey. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: AMA-Approved resources to assist you with completing a RUC Survey: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/What-is-the-RUC-and-Why-It-is-Important-to-You?IsMobileSet=false Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: htt...

Episode 2 - Part 1: Basic Concepts of Physician Payment (Understanding Work RVUs)

March 26, 2019 04:00 - 6 minutes - 2.99 MB

A quick run-through of the basic terminologies and concepts associated with physician payment. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Have a practice management question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's Practice Management Ticket Database: https://www....

Episode 2 - Part 2: The RUC (Featuring Dr. Barbara Levy)

March 26, 2019 04:00 - 13 minutes - 6.05 MB

Join us as we sit with Dr. Barbara Levy and explore the inception, evolution, and current functions of the RUC. Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: AMA-Approved resources that further explain the RUC and RVS Update Process: https://www.ama-assn.org/system/files/2018-12/ruc-update-booklet.pdf Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/...

Episode 1: Appealing Denials (A Step-By-Step Guide)

February 01, 2019 05:00 - 9 minutes - 4.4 MB

Appealing denials doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. Join us as we break the appeals process down into simple and practical steps that you can implement immediately! Have feedback or suggestions for future topics? Email us at: [email protected] Additional links: Have a coding question? Submit a ticket into ACOG's FreshDesk Ticket Database: https://www.acog.org/About-ACOG/ACOG-Departments/Coding/New-Ticket-Database-for-Coding-Questions  Practice Management Ticket D...

Episode Zero: Introduction

January 25, 2019 19:00 - 1 minute - 553 KB

CHEC Your Practice, the podcast that provides you with practice management, coding, and reimbursement advice directly from ACOG’s Committee on Health Economics and Coding (CHEC). The CHEC works diligently to advocate for Ob-Gyn physicians and to ensure that you are reimbursed fairly for your work.  All the guidance presented in this podcast is up-to-date, evidence-based advice and is supplemented with ACOG Committee Opinions, Physician Toolkits, and the latest medical coding articles.  ACO...