Understanding the ins and outs of medical insurance is beneficial to both dentists and dental staff who treat patients with sleep-related breathing disorders. This lecture provides valuable insight into the foundational structure of medical billing with practical applications for gathering policy information, determining benefits, authorizing procedures and submitting claims.

At the conclusion of this lecture, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles governing Medicare and medical reimbursement;
• Interpret medical insurance policies;
• Apply appropriated diagnostic and procedural coding; and
• Appreciate the requirements for Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding.

Content for this lecture was last reviewed and approved by the AADSM Director of Education on August 1, 2020. She does not have any relevant financial interest/other relationships to disclose.

Duration: 2 hours  
Original release date: December 21, 2020 
Expiration date: None*

*Course content is reviewed every 3 years to ensure it is current and accurate. Should it be determined that course content is no longer current or accurate, content will expire. The AADSM will communicate that information to all registered attendees and course access will be removed.  

This educational offering was funded exclusively by the AADSM. For questions regarding the content of this program or for technical assistance, contact the AADSM at info@aadsm.org or 630-686-9875.