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Dr. Doug Depew presents Re-charting Navigation of the Insurance World (1.0 CE). Dealing with dental insurance for our patients can be both a blessing and a curse, as it helps patients afford much needed orthodontic treatment but necessitates significant effort on our part. As a follow up to his popular lecture, “Navigating the World of Insurance Coding”, Dr. Depew will review recent changes in CDT codes that affect orthodontic practices. Besides reviewing the various codes common to orthodontics, Dr. Depew will discuss how to use ICD-10 codes when submitting insurance claims. Finally, he will share tips and tricks to help you in filing insurance claims and collecting from the insurance company.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the proper terminology and codes needed for accurate insurance submission.
Develop a system to submit and follow-up on insurance claims to help satisfy patient accounts and help your patients take advantage of their benefits.
Know the changes in CDT codes in order to submit accurate insurance claims and gain timely reimbursement.
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