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Join us for one of our powerful educational events. Learn more about the Medicare program and discover ways to improve the accuracy and efficiency of your Medicare billing process by participating in the free educational events hosted by Novitas Solutions. Medicare Administrative Contract (MAC) JL spans Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Washington D.C. Metro Area (Arlington and Fairfax counties in Virginia, the city of Alexandria, VA, the District of Columbia, and Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland). To register and participate in an educational event, you must have an account in the Novitas Learning Center . If you do not have one, request an account today! Need help signing in (account name or password issues), registering or starting a class? Access our step by step tutorials: creating a new learning center account, event handouts in the Novitas Learning Center, starting a webinar through the Novitas Learning Center and a quick reference guide. If you still need help, email us at NovitasLearningCenterHelpDesk@novitas-solutions.com and we will respond with assistance as soon as possible. CEUs may be awarded for successful completion of an educational event (e.g., 1 CEU per 60 minutes of attendance). Attendees must participate in the event in its entirety. Upon completion of your attendance, you will receive a completion email and the completion certificate will be available to download in your NLC account under the Completed Training icon. This process can take up to seven business days to finalize for webinars and teleconferences. Read more about obtaining CEU credits. Target Audience:  - Part A (facility services billed on a CMS UB-04 claim form or an electronic equivalent)
 - Part B (professional services billed on the CMS-1500 claim form or an electronic equivalent)
 - New Provider (providers, billers, coders, office staff, etc., new to the Medicare program or looking for a refresher)
All times listed are in the Eastern Time Zone.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected Workshop Series: Principles of the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) - Part 1 Stay connected by attending the Complexity of Part B Billing Workshop series. This course defines the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) by reviewing the online procedure to procedure edits, add-on codes and medically unlikely edits. We will also discuss the concepts of proper application of the NCCI modifiers and provide guidance on self-service tools to ensure proper billing and coding. |
1.5 |
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Wednesday, September 22, 2021 |
2:00 p.m. |
3:30 p.m. |
#StayConnected Workshop Series: Advanced Principles of National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) - Part 2 Stay connected by attending the Complexity of Part B Billing Workshop series. This advanced course will focus on key concepts of the National Correct Coding Initiative, which include accurate coding of the procedure-to-procedure code pairs, add-on codes and medically unlikely edits. We will discuss edit rationales by introducing coding vignettes focusing on the subset modifiers of XE, XU, XS and XP vs. modifier 59. We will conclude with guidance on reporting the primary code with the add-on as well as reporting the appropriate units of service for MUE values. |
1.5 |
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Thursday, September 23, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected Workshop Series: Accuracy Matters with Modifiers Stay connected by attending the Complexity of Part B Billing Workshop series. This course will review proper reporting essentials of the top trending modifiers. Evaluation and management modifiers will be reviewed highlighting the most frequent errors and resolutions. An overview of global surgery modifiers and assistant at surgeon billing will be provided to assist in understanding of various modifiers. We will conclude with reviewing various coding scenarios. |
1.5 |
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Thursday, September 23, 2021 |
12:00 p.m. |
1:30 p.m. |
#StayConnected Workshop Series: Prevent Part B Claim Errors, Denials and Rejections Stay connected by attending the Complexity of Part B Billing Workshop series. Have you had claims to deny or reject, join us to find out why. This class will focus on the difference between a claim denying and a claim rejecting. We will accomplish this through a better understanding of how to interpret the remittance notice, identify the claim errors and the steps to resolve them. This course is recommended for billers and office staff involved with resolving claim errors. |
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Friday, September 24, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
Understanding the Basics of Anesthesia Services This event will provide an overview of the Medicare anesthesia guidelines. We will review the anesthesia modifiers, medical direction of concurrent cases, time and calculation of time units, and how Medicare reimbursement is calculated. "This event will provide an overview of the Medicare anesthesia guidelines. We will review the anesthesia modifiers, medical direction of concurrent cases, time and calculation of time units, and how Medicare reimbursement is calculated. |
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Tuesday, September 28, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected Part A Complex Billing Workshop Series: Acute Hospital Inpatient: Are You Billing Correctly? This course will provide an overview of acute hospital inpatient coverage requirements and benefit day calculations. While we will review basic guidelines, many scenarios in this course may be more beneficial for experienced individuals who are familiar with claim submissions to Medicare. We will navigate a variety of beneficiary stay scenarios ranging from patient transfers, to leaves of absence, repeat admissions, and so much more. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about billing critical acute hospital inpatient services. Target Audience: Providers, office staff, billers, coders and compliance officers. |
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Tuesday, September 28, 2021 |
1:00 p.m. |
2:30 p.m. |
#StayConnected Part A Complex Billing Workshop Series: Acute Hospital Outpatient: Are You Billing Correctly? This course will provide an overview of acute hospital outpatient coverage requirements and top billing issues. While we will review basic guidelines, many scenarios in this course may be more beneficial for experienced individuals who are familiar with claim submissions to Medicare. We will navigate a variety of scenarios ranging from duplicate billing, to overlaps, to observation, and so much more. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about billing acute hospital outpatient services. Target Audience: Providers, office staff, billers, coders and compliance officers. |
1.5 |
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected Part A Complex Billing Workshop Series: Observation: Are You Billing Correctly? This course will provide an overview on observation, inpatient admission and utilization of Condition Code 44. We will discuss observation guidelines and billing requirements, inpatient guidelines and appropriate documentation. Target Audience: Providers, office staff, billers, coders and compliance officers. |
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021 |
1:00 p.m. |
2:30 p.m. |
#StayConnected Part A Complex Billing Workshop Series: How to Avoid Top Claim Errors Stay connected by attending the Complex Part A Billing: How to Avoid Top Claim Errors Workshop series. Have you had claims to deny or reject, join us to find out why. This course will review proper reporting essentials of the top trending claim errors and how to resolve them. This session will also review key steps to preventing claim errors and focus on the difference between a claim denying and a claim rejecting and review various billing resolution scenarios. |
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Thursday, September 30, 2021 |
2:00 p.m. |
3:00 p.m. |
Routine Foot Care and Mycotic Nail Debridement This course will enhance your Part B knowledge of coverage, limitations, documentation requirements and utilization guidelines for routine foot care and debridement of mycotic nail(s) services. In addition, we will discuss the Comprehensive Error Rate Testing (CERT) program related errors and resolutions. |
1.0 |
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Thursday, September 30, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
Medicare Part A Presents: Let's Talk Appeals This course was created to cover the topics published in our monthly Part A Appeals Corner Newsletter. The newsletter was created to promote the Qualified Independent Contractor (QIC) Part A East Telephone Discussion Demonstration as well as review current trends seen as part of the demonstration. We will also do a basic review of the appeal process as well as explore tips on avoiding both claim denials and unfavorable appeal decisions. We will conclude with touring key areas of the Novitas Solutions website. |
1.5 |
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Monday, October 4, 2021 |
11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. |
Medicare Part B Updates - October 2021 The Medicare Part B updates webinar is a review of the most up-to-date changes. This includes annual, quarterly, and general updates. Our discussion will include Novitas initiatives, current 2021 CMS initiatives, and LCD/NCD changes. New to this webinar: using the correct forms, new waived tests, and updated interest rates for overpayments and underpayments! |
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
Novitasphere Part B Overview This course is an introduction to the Novitasphere portal for Part B customers. We will present an overview on how to access Novitasphere and explore the many features this program has to offer. These features include eligibility inquiry claim submission, electronic remittance advice, claim correction, and more! |
1.5 |
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 |
1:00 p.m. |
2:00 p.m. |
Cotiviti Recovery Auditor (RA) Region 4 and Novitas JL MAC Collaborative Webinar Novitas and Cotiviti, the Recovery Auditor (RA) for Region 4, are partnering to provide this event. The webinar will provide an overview of: who and what is a RA, types of reviews, medical record submission, approved RA new issues, discussion period process, RA provider portal and new features, Novitas' role in the RA process and appeal levels. Register now for an informative webinar on the RA process. |
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Wednesday, October 6, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
Cataract Extraction This course will provide an understanding of cataract extraction coverage. The course will also provide guidance on billing, coding, documentation requirements and information on common billing errors. In addition, we will review the findings of the review contractors and results of the Targeted Probe and Educate (TPE) reviews. |
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Wednesday, October 6, 2021 |
1:00 p.m. |
2:30 p.m. |
Understanding the Appropriate Use Criteria for Advanced Diagnostic Testing This webinar will review the appropriate use criteria program intended to increase the rate of appropriate advanced diagnostic imaging services furnished to Medicare beneficiaries. With an anticipated implementation date of January 1, 2022, providers are encouraged to begin incorporating the requirements outlined under this new program to avoid potential claim denials post-implementation. We will review fundamental program coverage and service inclusion as well as billing requirements. |
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Thursday, October 7, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:00 a.m. |
Novitasphere Enrollment Overview This course will discuss the steps needed to gain access to the Novitasphere portal. This will include the CMS Identity Management (IDM) registration process, which ensures only authorized or registered users can access protected information. |
1.0 |
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Friday, October 8, 2021 |
11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. |
Credit Balance Submission Errors This course will highlight what the credit balance report is and provide instructions in completing the report correctly. We will review credit balance report requirements and important report due dates to ensure your facility meets all reporting requirements. To help reduce errors, we will review common submission errors when completing the credit balance certification and detail pages, and review resolutions. Attendees will also receive answers to the most frequently asked questions plus review important tips and resources to assist in completing the report. |
1.5 |
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Monday, October 11, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Understanding the Basics of the Medicare Program Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. New to Medicare? Learn about the basics of Medicare, covered and non-covered services, Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI), preventive services, Medicare reimbursement, Advance Beneficiary Notices (ABNs), electronic billing and more by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series. |
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
12:00 p.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Introduction to Part B Medicare Billing Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. This class will focus on how to complete and submit Medicare Part B claims (CMS-1500 claim form), prevent common claim submission errors, interpret remittance advice details, use self-service options and discuss what to expect after you filed the claim. |
2.0 |
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021 |
11:00 a.m. |
1:00 p.m. |
Medical Review Spotlight: Ambulance Service This course is designed for Part A providers and Part B suppliers who provide ground ambulance transportation services to Medicare beneficiaries. We will discuss medical review audits and results, ambulance coverage requirements, trip record documentation guidelines and Physician’s Certification Statement (PCS) requirements for ambulance transports. |
2.0 |
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021 |
1:00 p.m. |
3:00 p.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Introduction to Part A Medicare Billing Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. This course will provide an overview to billing Medicare Part A. During this webinar will review initial steps for submitting and completing the CMS-1450, also known as the UB-04 form. The course will review claim processing and monitoring, the remittance advice, performing claim adjustments and cancels, and discuss what to expect after you filed the claim. |
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Introduction to the Part B Medicare Appeal and Claim Correction Process Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. This course will focus on the Medicare redetermination and reopening process, also referred to as an appeal. You will learn the different levels of appeals, as well as the difference between a redetermination and a reopening, and how to successfully submit these requests. We will also review utilizing Novitasphere, Reopening Gateway and our self-service tools to perform these transactions. |
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021 |
12:00 p.m. |
1:30 p.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Introduction to the Part A Medicare Appeal and Claim Correction Process Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. Appeal or not appeal? This class will focus on the Medicare redetermination and reopening process, also referred to as an appeal. You will learn the different levels of appeals, as well as the difference between a redetermination and a reopening, and how to successfully submit these requests. We will conclude with examples of redeterminations, reopenings, and general inquiries as well as how to utilize Novitasphere and our self-service tools to perform these transactions. |
1.5 |
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021 |
2:00 p.m. |
3:30 p.m. |
Understanding COVID-19 Vaccine and Monoclonal Antibody Infusion Billing and Coding This webinar will review the most recently updated billing and coding guidelines for the COVID-19 vaccines and the monoclonal antibody infusions for our Medicare Part A and Part B providers. We will explore the proper steps to enroll, provide guidance for roster and centralized billers as well as ambulance billing. |
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Thursday, October 14, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:30 a.m. |
#StayConnected New Provider Roadmap Workshop Series: Exploring the Novitas and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Websites Stay connected with Medicare updates and requirements by attending the New Provider Roadmap Workshop series. The Novitas Solutions website has various beneficial resources and tools to make the transition into Medicare easier. This class will explore the content centers, self-service tools, specialty pages and how to provide feedback. We will also review where to find important Medicare information on the CMS website. |
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Friday, October 15, 2021 |
10:00 a.m. |
11:00 a.m. |
Novitasphere Claim Submission Overview This course will focus on how to submit claims through the Novitasphere portal. We will show you how to submit an 837 ANSI batch claim file, how to enter single claims into the Direct Data Entry feature, and how to download your electronic claim reports. |
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Friday, October 15, 2021 |
2:00 p.m. |
3:00 p.m. |
Applying Chiropractic Coverage Guidelines This course will provide an overview of Medicare guidelines for chiropractic services. We will conduct an overview of Medicare coverage guidelines, outline proper procedure coding and billing guidelines, and review documentation requirements. |
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