Navigating the Contracting and Credentialing Process: What OMSs Need to Know

Deciding whether to become a participating provider for insurance companies is vital to the OMS practice’s patient acquisition strategy. Equally important are validating credentials and selecting the right payer contracts. Additionally, understanding the contracting and credentialing process while avoiding pitfalls reduces administrative frustration. Credentialing is an ongoing process that impacts claims payment, amount paid and profitability, and it must be incorporated into all steps of expansion planning. This 90-minute webinar will focus on recent network participating agreement language and steps for organizing documents for submission in the contracting role. OMS practice owners, administrators and team members will learn how to stay up-to-date with dental insurance industry changes. Important tips for being efficient when credentialing practice doctors will be shared.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Identify factors to consider when deciding on network participation.  
2. Discuss key words and phrases in contract language that may have an adverse financial impact on the OMS practice.  
3. Recognize verification vehicles via organizations like the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare as well as what to consider when outsourcing.  
4. Examine the steps to successfully credential OMSs to become participating providers with various third-party payers. 

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event.

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.5 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Bonding and Bracket Positioning for Impacted Teeth: Current Materials, Methods and Placement

The successful management of impacted teeth requires multidisciplinary coordination and communication between orthodontists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons and periodontists. This 60-minute webinar will explore the latest methods and innovations in adhesive materials, imaging, precision bracket placement and treatment of impacted teeth. Emphasis will be given to the multidisciplinary aspect of the treatment as a key factor in enhancing precision, efficiency and patient comfort.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Identify the importance of bracket positioning in a successful forced eruption treatment. 
2. Manage the challenges presented by impacted teeth and re-exposure considerations.  
3. Discuss the technological integration of 3D printing and innovative imaging techniques into day-to-day treatment planning.  
4. Examine future tooth movement considerations during the exposure procedure.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

OMS Practice Valuation Methodologies and Uses

This 90-minute webinar will deepen attendees’ knowledge of the practice valuation process and methodologies. Understanding how practices are valued and how valuation applies to practice management will help participants enhance their practice’s value, reinforce their risk planning and incorporate this value into their transition strategy. Other uses of a proper practice valuation – including capital structure, debt management, and disruption and estate planning – also will be covered.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Discuss the three most common practice valuation approaches.  
2. Examine how management decisions affect a practice’s value.  
3. Describe the use of practice valuations outside of transitions.  
4. Implement value protection strategies in a practice.  
5. Evaluate how the value of a practice affects the transition strategy.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given for cancellation on the day of or after the event.

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.5 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

Understanding NCCI Edits and Avoiding Claim Denials

Insurance companies use different methods and policies in determining claims processing based on coding guidelines and medical necessity. CMS created the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) to promote national correct coding methodologies and to control improper coding leading to inappropriate payment. Today, multiple parts of the NCCI edits play a role in payment or denial of Medicare claims. In addition, many commercial insurance payers also have implemented these edits in their own reimbursement systems. With an understanding of the edits and how to apply them, denials can be corrected for timely reimbursement, which is critical because insurance carriers allow corrections and reconsiderations for only a specified time after the date of service or original filing date. This 90-minute webinar will discuss the NCCI edits so OMSs and their staff can apply them during billing and coding or when resolving denials.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Break down the components of the NCCI edit program.  
2. Incorporate correct coding initiatives to promote appropriate documentation and proper code selection. 
3. Apply policies and guidelines in the NCCI Policy Manual for clean claims. 

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event.

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.5 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Techniques to Improve Success of Immediate Implant Placement in Any Site and Digital Immediate Temporization

The ability to replace teeth with immediate implants has become the standard of care in today’s modern implant practice. Additionally, patients seeking to replace anterior teeth with minimal to no downtime create an urgent need for the clinician to provide such treatments. This 60-minute webinar will focus on evidence-based techniques to improve the ability of the OMS to place immediate implants in any site. The importance of osteotomy techniques, implant thread design and the role of primary stability will be discussed. The webinar will review a simple digital workflow for immediate temporization in the esthetic zone as well as current literature on the role of antibiotic choice on the success of implants.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Analyze when to consider placing immediate implants in any site.  
2. Examine digitally fabricating and inserting a temporary implant crown in the esthetic zone. 
3. Discuss current antibiotic stewardship with implant therapy.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This series includes two one-hour webinars:

Limited Vertical Bone in the Posterior Maxilla on August 13 at 6 p.m. CT

Techniques to Improve Success of Immediate Implant Placement in Any Site and Digital Immediate Temporization on August 20 at 6 p.m. CT

Limited Vertical Bone in the Posterior Maxilla

Dental implants are a well-known, predictable and desirable treatment option for missing teeth. Although implant survival is extremely high, favorable outcomes depend greatly on proper case selection, diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical and prosthetic execution, and management of complications. Patients are continuously seeking more complicated treatment modalities, even in cases of inadequate bone or challenging locations such as the posterior maxilla. Treatment options for these types of cases include short implants, pterygoid implants, zygomatic implants, sinus augmentation and tilted implants. This 60-minute webinar will instruct the practicing OMS on achieving the most ideal and successful implant outcomes in the resorbed posterior maxilla.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Explain updates on diagnosis and treatment planning with implant solutions in the posterior maxilla.  
2. Discuss surgical techniques to treat the vertically challenged posterior maxilla, including tilted implants, zygomatic implants, pterygoid implants, sinus augmentation and short implants.  
3. Examine cases to demonstrate integration of new techniques, technologies and materials.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Upper Lip Lift Surgery

Achieving consistent and desired upper lip lift results requires precision and expertise. This 60-minute webinar will give an in-depth overview of the upper lip lift procedure. Many patients considering a lip lift exhibit a long upper lip with diminished tooth exposure as a natural result of the aging process. During surgery, a small amount of skin is removed to shorten the upper, increasing the amount of pink vermillion and tooth exposed. The incision is well-hidden in the base of the nose, and the procedure can be performed in the OMS office with intravenous sedation or local anesthesia. This webinar will discuss patient qualifications for upper lip lift surgery as well as advice for attaining consistent outcomes.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Determine the proper selection of patients for an upper lip lift.  
2. Perform the procedure in a sequential fashion.  
3. Achieve consistent upper lip lift results.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Current Controversies in the Management of MRONJ

Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious complication of antiresorptive medications used for treating cancer and metabolic bone diseases. Difficulties in diagnosis, prevention and treatment exist and can lead to providers being hesitant to treat patients on these medications. This 60-minute webinar will discuss current controversies in the management of MRONJ, including review of AAOMS’s Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw – 2022 Update Position Paper. Experts will provide actionable strategies for oral and maxillofacial surgeons.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Analyze updates from the 2022 AAOMS MRONJ Position Paper on prevalence and etiology of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw.  
2. Determine available non-opioid alternatives.  
3. Discuss strategies to prevent MRONJ development in patients with cancer and osteoporosis.  
4. Examine areas of consensus and controversy in the management of MRONJ.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Pain Management in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

OMSs are highly specialized in oral pain management by virtue of their training and experience. Much like the rest of the healthcare community, opioid-free or limited opioid prescription pain management has been trending upward in the oral and maxillofacial surgery specialty. However, this trend creates a dilemma when non-opioid pain management is inadequate for pain management. This 60-minute webinar will explore the risks and benefits of opioid and non-opioid pain management as well as alternatives in the pain management armamentarium to consider.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Identify the risk of use of opioid analgesics even when appropriate.  
2. Determine available non-opioid alternatives.  
3. Discuss contraindication to opioid and non-opioid analgesics.

Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.