Coding and Reimbursement
The AUGS Coding 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.
2026 Coding Webinar Series: Vital Changes Impacting Your Reimbursement
Speakers: Jacyln Munoz, MD; Jameca Price, MD; Evelyn Hall, MD; Mamta Mamik, MD; Rachel Hollander
Stay ahead of critical Medicare payment and coding changes that will directly impact urogynecology practices in 2026. This timely two-part webinar series provides a comprehensive overview of the CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and related policy updates, with a focus on what matters most for AUGS members.
Designed for physicians, advanced practice providers, and coders, this series will help you understand the policy landscape, anticipate future changes, and apply current rules accurately to protect reimbursement and maintain compliance.
Ask a Question in the Coding Resource Community
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.
Coding Factsheets
The AUGS library of Coding Factsheets 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 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
- Urodynamics Procedures
AUGS Coding Today
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
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:
Health 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.
- FDA Focuses on Pelvic Floor Health for NWHW
- Senate Holds NIH Director Nominee Hearing for Bhattacharya
- Congress Approves Short Term CR Without a Payment Patch for Physicians
- AUGS Applauds NASEM’s Assessment for Women’s Health Research
- Tell Your Representative to Co-Sponsor H.R. 10073 and Stop the Medicare Payment Cut!
AUGS Guidelines for Industry Interactions and CPT Coding
The AUGS Coding and Reimbursement Committee occasionally receives requests from industry representatives to provide coding advice, review and/or support of CPT Code applications before submission to the American Medical Association (AMA) CPT Editorial Panel, and/or develop specific coding education for AUGS members.
Please refer to AUGS Guidelines for Industry Interactions and CPT Code Applications.
AUGS retains the discretion to alter these guidelines or take any actions deemed appropriate in responding to any request. Requests will be considered based on their relation to improving care for urogynecology patients and their treating physicians.
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.
