Introduction to the New CPT Codes Webinar
Presenters: Bobbie L. Celeste, PhD, Director of Professional Affairs, OPA and Howard Bonem, PhD, Co-Chair, OPA Insurance Committee
CE Credits: 1.0 (after successful completion of 10-question CE quiz)
Cost: OPA Members – Free; Nonmembers – $25 (payment submitted with CE quiz)
Psychologists must use the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for billing insurance carriers. It was recently announced by the American Medical Association that new psychotherapy codes will be in effect starting January 1, 2013. This presentation will describe the new CPT codes and their relationship to the current codes. View the full description, learning objectives and reference materials below.
- View and/or print the webinar quiz and print the answer sheet.
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- Print and send the answer sheet.
The following references are available for your review:
The 2013 Psychotherapy Codes: An Overview for Psychologists
Frequently asked questions about the 2013 psychotherapy codes
2013 CPT Codes for Psychologists
CPT Codes for Psychologists in Ohio – Main Changes in Brief
EM and Psychotherapy Coding Algorithm
Description:
Psychologists must use the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for billing insurance carriers. It was recently announced by the American Medical Association that new psychotherapy codes will be in effect starting January 1, 2013. This presentation will describe the new CPT codes and their relationship to the current codes.
Learning Objectives:
1). Participants will identify the changes in CPT codes starting Jan 1st.
2). Participants will gain access to additional resources for CPT and billing information.
3). Participants will understand ways to use the new CPT codes for services they are currently providing.
