This one-day seminar will feature a lecture by an orthopedic surgeon regarding spinal disorders. Other important topics include information on how to prepare for RACs, a discussion of POA Indicator reporting requirements, as well as the 2009 IPPS/OPPS/ASCPPS updates and upcoming ICD-9 changes.
PROGRAM AGENDA
8:30 am - 9:00 am REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 am -10:15 am
Present on Admission (POA) Indicator Reporting Requirement
Sandy Lewallen, MBA, RHIA
Privacy Officer and Director, Information Management
PHS Central Region
Toledo, Ohio
Effective October 1, 2008, Medicare will limit hospital reimbursement for certain selected conditions when those conditions are reported as not present on admission. Learn the history of POA reporting and how CMS plans to expand the selected conditions in future years. Ms. Lewallen will also discuss various strategies to effectively manage the challenges presented by this new reporting requirement and mitigate risk for your organization.
10:15 am - 11:15 am The RAC experience at One Florida Hospital
Janelle Wissler, B.S., RHIA, CCS, CMT
Independent Consultant, DRG Audits
Fort Myers, Florida
Ms. Wissler is currently an independent consultant specializing in DRG audits. She has recently been involved in the RAC pilot program in the State of Florida. She will speak about her observations and will share her experience at one Florida hospital system so that you can benefit and prepare as the RAC’s roll out to all fifty states.
11:15 am - 12:30 pm Spinal Disorders
Jaideep Chunduri, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Good Samaritan Hospital/Mercy Hospital Fairfield
Dr. Chunduri will discuss his treatment of a variety of operative and non-operative spinal disorders in the neck, mid-back, and lower back. These include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, instability, fractures, and scoliosis. He will also discuss minimally invasive spinal surgery and motion preservation (non-fusion) technologies.
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm BUFFET LUNCH
Enjoy a delicious HOT LUNCHEON BUFFET with a spectacular view of the Columbus Skyline.
"This was the best food I have ever had at any meeting!" Click Here for additional comments from past attendees.
Ms. Casto will present the major changes that will be implemented under IPPS for federal fiscal year 2009. Additionally, Ms. Casto will highlight the proposed changes published in OPPS and ASCPPS proposed rule for the calendar year 2009.
2:45 pm – 4:00 pm 2009 ICD-9 Update
June Bronnert, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P
Professional Practice Manager
American Health Information Management Association
Ms. Bronnert will review the 2009 code changes for ICD-9. Learn what new, deleted and revised codes will impact you and how they will affect your current coding practices
In an attempt to reduce consumption and waste, OHIMA will be offering a paperless option for the speaker handouts.
New this year, you may choose a CD containing speaker presentations in lieu of the printed handouts. The CD will be distributed at the meeting and choosing this option will also give you the opportunity to view/print speaker handouts from our website prior to the meeting. Speaker presentations will be available online one week prior to the seminar for only those registering for the CD option.
All registrations received after the Early Bird deadline of 9/22 will automatically receive the CD option.
As a bonus, choose the CD option and you'll be entered into a prize drawing for a gift bag of 'eco-friendly' products!
CE CREDITS
This program meets the AHIMA CE Guidelines for 6.0 hours of continuing education in the HIM Domain of Clinical Foundations.
This program is also is approved for 6.0 hours Continuing Education Units from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Confluence Park Restaurant has the most spectacular waterfront view in the area with banquet facilities overlooking the Columbus skyline at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers. PARKING IS FREE.
Coming from the North on I-71- Take 71 South to 315 North. Exit at the Dublin-Long Street Exit. Turn left off the exit, turn left onto Souder Ave. Immediately turn left onto Rickenbacker. Follow driveway to parking lot.
Coming from the South on I-71- Take 71 North to 315 North. Exit at the Dublin-Long Street Exit. Turn left off the exit, turn left onto Souder Ave. Immediately turn left onto Rickenbacker. Follow driveway to parking lot.
Coming from the East on I-70- Follow 70 West to 315 North. Exit at the Dublin-Long Street Exit. Turn left off the exit, turn left onto Souder Ave. Immediately turn left onto Rickenbacker. Follow driveway to parking lot.
Coming from the West on I-70- Follow 70 East to 315 North. Exit at the Dublin-Long Street Exit. Turn left off the exit, turn left onto Souder Ave. Immediately turn left onto Rickenbacker. Follow driveway to parking lot.
VIEW area hotels (within 5 - 10 minutes of meeting site)
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEES (after 9/22, fees increase $15)
$125 for OHIMA Members (Current active AHIMA members residing in or choosing Ohio as state association). $150 for Non-OHIMA Members $ 35 for OHIMA Student Members* (Current student AHIMA members residing in or choosing Ohio as state association - see below for further definition). $ 35 for active DQRC Members (Active DQRC members identified as eligible by DQRC Chairperson)
* DEFINITION OF STUDENT MEMBER: Students who do not have an AHIMA credential and have not previously been Active members of AHIMA and have chosen Ohio as state association. Must also meet at least one of two educational criterias:
1. currently enrolled in an accredited CAHIIM HIM program
2. currently enrolled in an approved AHIMA medical coding program
Note that 'New Graduate Members' do not qualify for the student rate.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Register by
Monday, 9/22/08 to receive the Early Bird discount. Fees increase $15 as of 9/23/08. If paying by check, registration and payment must be postmarked and mailed no later than September 22nd. After this date, only credit card payments will be accepted through Thursday, 9/24. Onsite registrations will be accepted but will incur an additional $15 fee. Credit card payments will be not be accepted onsite - only cash or check.
TO REGISTER We now accept Mastercard & Visa credit card payments!
Whether paying by credit card or check, please register and complete the online registration form.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Registration fees will be refunded (less a $20 processing fee) if notice is received by Friday, September 19, 2008. No refund will be issued for cancellations received after this date. Substitutions of registrants is permitted, please contact OHIMA with your name and the name, employer, and title of your substitute.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Tabletop exhibit space is available for a $500 sponsorship donation. Sponsorship includes:
6-foot draped table for display in rear of session. Dedicated display time: 8:30-9:00am (Continental Breakfast); 12:30pm - 1:30pm (Lunch) Opportunity to present brief overview of product/services to audience prior to opening session. Company recognition in program materials, OHIMA e-newsletter, and at the meeting. Complimentary registration & lunch for one representative. Listing of names, titles, and addresses of registrants attending the seminar you are sponsoring.
Click Here for more information and to secure your space. Sponsorship deadline is Friday, 9/19.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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PROGRAM SUMMARY
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In an attempt to reduce consumption and waste, OHIMA will be offering a paperless option for the speaker handouts. 
All registrations received after the Early Bird deadline of 9/22 will automatically receive the CD option. 
As a bonus, choose the CD option and you'll be entered into a prize drawing for a gift bag of 'eco-friendly' products!
This program is also is approved for 6.0 hours Continuing Education Units from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
We now accept Mastercard & Visa credit card payments!
Whether paying by credit card or check, please 
