The AUGS Coding and Reimbursement Committee assists members with the application of governmental regulations and guidelines regarding terminology and CPT/ICD coding in urogynecologic practice. Such information is intended to assist with the coding process as required by governmental regulation and should not be construed as policy sanctioned by AUGS.
AUGS offers exclusive benefits to members, including Coding Fact Sheets and the opportunity to submit a coding question in the Coding Resource Community within the members-only AUGS Community.
The AUGS Library of Coding Fact Sheets is easy for AUGS Members to access and download from the Coding Resource Community. The resources available have been developed with assistance from the AUGS Coding and Reimbursement Committee. To view available resources, select the "Resources" tab.
- BOTOX® Injections (Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) of chemodenervation of the bladder)
- Fitting and Insertion of a Pessary
- Laparoscopic Sacral Colpopexy
- Obliterative Surgical Procedures for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Office & Outpatient Evaluation and Management Visit Complexity Add-on Code G2211
- Open Insertion of Integrated Neurostimulator Services for the Posterior Tibial Nerve
- Pelvic Exam Practice Expenses in the Non-Facility Site of Service Add-on Code 99459
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- Robotic-Assisted Surgery
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Sling Operations, Sling Revision, and Urethrolysis
- Telehealth Services
- Understanding How to Correctly Use the -59 Modifier in CPT Coding
For those times when you need more coding information, than your EHR or Practice Management System has, and you want answers fast.
AUGS.CodingToday.com is the fastest way to find the answer:
- Quickly find the correct code with browse and search features
- View all code rules (Status, RVUs, NCCI, Modifiers Allowed, and more)
- Features The Bundling Matrix
- Instantly takes a list of codes, arranges it in billing order and shows which codes can and cannot be billed together and if a modifier is required
- Specialty Pricing - only pay for what you need
This webinar series will focus on vital changes impacting your reimbursement in 2024 including a detailed exploration of the new CPT and HCPCS codes, including Category III codes for Tibial Nerve Stimulation, and other changes to codes in the treatment of urinary incontinence. Join the AUGS Coding and Reimbursement Committee for a detailed exploration of the new CPT and HCPCS codes and high-level review of all pertinent billing changes in 2024.
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Additional Resources
Expand your coding expertise with these resources to help you navigate complex coding scenarios, optimize reimbursement, and ensure compliance with current regulations. For ongoing support and professional development, consider joining coding forums, attending webinars, and subscribing to industry newsletters.
General Reimbursement Updates
Evaluation and Management
The American Medical Association (AMA) has developed several resources to help physicians prepare for E/M changes beginning January 1, 2021. These free tools are located at the AMA website and also included below:
Healthy Policy and Payment Update Newsletter
This newsletter provides updates to the membership on AUGS advocacy efforts, health policy news, and payment updates. Read some of our latest issues below.
Disclaimer: The Coding and Reimbursement Committee of the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) assists members with the application of governmental regulations and guidelines regarding terminology and CPT/ICD coding in urogynecologic practice. Such information is intended to assist with the coding process as required by governmental regulation and should not be construed as policy sanctioned by AUGS. AUGS disclaims liability for actions or consequences related to any of the information provided. AUGS does not endorse the diagnostic protocol or treatment plan designed by the provider.