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COURSE DETAILS

Overview

This online course explores strategies to encourage patient participation in advance care planning conversations. Case studies illustrate how Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes are used in various scenarios, followed by an interactive exercise to help students apply the knowledge learned in the course.

New and Expanded Content!

In partnership with the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California, this course has been revised with new and expanded content! It reflects the latest research, data, and up-to-date information. The learning experience has been enhanced with revamped interactive exercises, engaging videos, and new handouts designed to reinforce key concepts. These updates were made in direct response to feedback from past participants, ensuring the content is more relevant, practical, and impactful than ever before.

The refreshed curriculum now includes:

• Expanded, detailed guidance on the effective use of Medicare billing codes
• Meeting documentation standards for compliance and reimbursement
• Understanding special requirements and evolving regulations

This course was developed in partnership with Coalition for Compassionate Care of California.

What You'll Learn

• Explore effective strategies designed to encourage patient participation in advance care planning conversations
• Review case studies illustrating the application of CPT codes in various scenarios
• Understand when and how to bill Medicare for advance care planning
• Practice coding in interactive exercises and apply concepts and skills

What You'll Earn

1 continuing education (CE) credit provided through California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) Extended Learning, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) The Doctors Company designates this activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Who Should Enroll

All health professionals including physicians, PAs, social workers, and nurse practitioners working with seriously ill individuals in any care setting

Completion and Refunds

To complete this course and obtain a certificate, you must view the course in its entirety, correctly answer all case studies and quiz/test questions (as appropriate) and complete the evaluation. No refunds are given for self-paced courses. You will have 90 days to access this course from the date of purchase.