Session Description: Auditing in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) requires a specialized understanding of their unique operational and regulatory environment. This webinar will provide a comprehensive guide for auditors on how to effectively assess ASC documentation, coding accuracy, and compliance with healthcare regulations. This session will cover key audit areas, including coding for outpatient surgical services, documentation requirements, and compliance considerations specific to ASCs. Attendees will learn practical strategies to ensure audits are thorough, accurate, and compliant with ASC-specific regulations. Learning Objectives: Understand ASC-Specific Documentation Requirements – Gain insights into the essential documentation elements required for Ambulatory Surgery Centers to ensure compliance and accuracy in patient records. Audit Coding for ASC Surgical Procedures – Learn how to accurately audit coding for outpatient surgical procedures commonly performed in ASCs, focusing on correct CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS code selection. Evaluate Compliance with ASC Regulations – Develop a strong understanding of the compliance guidelines specific to ASCs, including Medicare's Conditions for Coverage and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
NAMAS presentations are submitted for approval to the AAPC and requested for 1 credit hour for Core A and all applicable certifications, including CPMA.
