The healthcare industry is facing increasing uncertainty regarding regulatory and coverage changes that directly impact LGBTQ+ patients. With a recent executive order restricting gender-affirming care for individuals under 19, and the Veterans Affairs system phasing out treatments for gender dysphoria, clinicians and healthcare organizations are being forced to reassess documentation, coding, and compliance protocols.

At the same time, reports of possible federal cuts to HIV prevention programs raise new concerns about funding and continuity of care. Questions are emerging across the board: Will private insurers follow federal trends in denying coverage for LGBTQ+-related services? How should medical teams document diagnoses and treatments in the face of shifting payer policies? What role do coding and CDI professionals play in protecting access and ensuring accuracy?

This special Open Door Forum will be hosted by renowned expert Penny Jefferson, MSN, RN, CCDS, CCDS-O, CCS, CRC, CHDA, CRCR, CPHQ, whose extensive credentials span coding, CDI, quality, data analytics, and compliance. After a brief overview of the regulatory environment, Penny will facilitate a live Q&A to help attendees navigate these evolving challenges with professionalism, compassion, and confidence.

Learning Objectives:

In this session, you’ll have the opportunity to explore questions such as:

• How is the current regulatory and payer environment impacting LGBTQ+ care
• What is the potential impact on coding, CDI, and insurance verification workflows
• What do we do to appropriately support gender-affirming care documentation
• How can you prepare for payer denials and address diagnosis selection for compliance
• What are the potential effects of policy changes on patient mental health

Join us to ask your questions, share your experience, and be part of this critical discussion about LGBTQ+ Healthcare

Who Should Attend:

Providers, Coders, HIM Professionals, CDI Specialists, Revenue Cycle Professionals