This first session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature an in-depth explanation of FY26 changes to ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines, CCs/MCCs, and revisions to the MCE, presented by presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
$179.00
$179.00
Big changes are coming with the 2026 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Final Rule, including 480 new ICD-10-CM codes. Are you and your team prepared to implement the updates and protect your organization’s compliance and reimbursement starting October 1, 2025?
To support your preparation, ICD10monitor presents the first session in our FY26 IPPS Masterclass series, your trusted resource for annual ICD-10-CM education.
This essential webcast will be led by seasoned coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, who brings over 30 years of experience to the table. She’ll walk you through what’s new, what’s changed, and what’s been deleted, including updates to ICD-10-CM coding guidelines if any, CC/MCC designations, and Medicare Code Edits (MCEs).
You’ll also hear from nationally recognized physician and CDI expert Dr. James Kennedy, who will provide in-depth clinical and CDI perspectives to help you understand how these updates will affect documentation, code assignment, and compliance.
PLUS, the webcast will be interactive, giving you the opportunity to get expert answers to your questions!
Accurate coding under the FY26 IPPS Final Rule will be critical to ensuring proper reimbursement and avoiding compliance risk. With expert guidance, this webcast gives you the clarity and confidence to implement updates on October 1st.
Coders in all settings; coding managers and directors; clinical documentation integrity (CDI) specialists; compliance officers and coordinators; HIM directors, managers and professionals; case managers, physicians and physician advisors; physician office managers and staff; chief financial officers; and coding educators.
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Chris began her health information management career in 1986, working in hospitals and as a consultant. With expertise in ICD-10 coding, audits, and education, she has contributed to compliance reviews and coding programs. She holds a Master's from Washington University, a B.S. from Saint Louis University, and has taught coding at Saint Louis University. Chris is certified in HCC risk-adjusted coding and is active in health management associations.
Kennedy is an editorial contributor to ICD10monitor and often serves as a guest cohost for the Internet radio broadcast produced by ICD10monitor, Talk Ten Tuesdays. Kennedy is the founder and president of his own consulting practice, CDIMD-Physician Champions, located in Smyrna, Tenn.
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This program has the prior approval of AAPC for 1.5 continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor. |
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This program has been approved for 1.5 continuing education units for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor. |
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