Cardiology coding remains one of the most complex areas in healthcare, guided by an intricate web of CPT®, NCCI, and Medicare-specific rules. One of the most frequent sources of confusion stems from coding based on the service performed rather than the vessel treated. This webinar provides a clear and concise snapshot of cardiology anatomy and services, from basic diagnostics to advanced interventional procedures, helping business of healthcare professionals of all experience levels-new, intermediate, or seasoned-strengthen their confidence and accuracy.

This comprehensive session will dive into coding for cardiac catheterizations and percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), including stents, angioplasties, and atherectomies. It will also address injection services, congenital heart defect procedures, and other specialized cardiovascular interventions.

Led by JMCI’s cardiology coding expert Kimberly Jolivette Williams, the webinar will further explore:

⇒Peripheral vascular studies of the lower extremities

⇒Pacemaker and defibrillator services

⇒Percutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC/ Watchman) procedures

⇒And more essential cardiovascular services

With a focus on CCI edits, CPT® inclusions, modifier usage, and proper documentation, Kimberly will equip attendees with actionable strategies to avoid denials, promote compliance, and achieve equitable reimbursement.

Educational Objectives:

⇒Gain Clarity on 2025 Cardiology Coding Updates and Foundational Anatomy

• ⇒Review of upcoming CPT® changes, including new, revised, and deleted codes
• ⇒Deepen your understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and its impact on coding accuracy
• ⇒Explore Appendix L for a practical overview of vascular families and how they guide procedural reporting

⇒Enhance Accuracy in Cardiac Catheterization and PCI Coding

• ⇒Learn how to report both diagnostic cardiac cath and PCI services correctly
• ⇒Understand bundling rules and identify new opportunities for compliant billing
• ⇒Clarify when coding multiple stents in the same vessel is appropriate

⇒Optimizing Reimbursement through Modifiers and Clinical Documentation

• ⇒Apply modifiers effectively to support medical necessity and reduce denials
• ⇒Decode Cath lab procedure report language to ensure correct CPT® code selection
• ⇒Promote payment success through strong documentation and coding alignment

Areas Covered in the Session:

⇒2025 CPT® Code Updates for Cardiology

• ⇒In-depth review of new, revised, and add-on codes for cardiac services

⇒Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Coding

• ⇒Guidance on diagnostic cath procedures, PCI, and other interventional techniques

⇒Injection Procedures and Proper Use of Add-On Codes

• ⇒Step-by-step instruction on sequencing injections and when to report add-on codes

⇒Modifiers in Cardiology Coding

• ⇒Identify the correct modifiers for common cardiology scenarios to ensure claim acceptance

⇒CCI Edits and Bundling Guidelines

• ⇒Understand how to navigate CCI edits and avoid unintentional bundling

⇒CPT® and CMS Language Interpretation

• ⇒Learn how to interpret report terminology and align it with payer expectations

⇒Reimbursement Strategies + Live Q&A

• ⇒Address frequent billing and reimbursement issues
• ⇒Participate in an interactive Q&A session with expert faculty

Who Will Benefit:

This webinar is ideal for professionals involved in the coding, billing, and reimbursement of cardiology services, including:

⇒Medical Coders, Billers, and Auditors

⇒Practice Administrators and Managers

⇒Physicians and Providers

⇒Prior Authorization Specialists

⇒Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Professionals

⇒Revenue Cycle Management Teams

⇒Compliance Officers and Risk Managers

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