The AAOMS Coding for Implants and Bone Grafts course is designed for OMSs and their professional staff to implement correct coding initiatives for reporting bone grafts and implants and apply these guidelines to real-life coding scenarios. This course will review processes for verifying coverage with payers, discuss stages of the digital workflow, provide coding tips using both CDT and CPT code sets and apply appropriate coding guidelines for procedures relating to bone grafting and implants.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify steps to determine patient benefits and recognize coverage parameters.
2. Define bone graft and implant procedure codes, nomenclature and descriptors.
3. Compare other separately reportable codes to be used in conjunction with bone graft and implant procedures.
4. Discuss coding options for pre-procedural diagnostic services.
5. Analyze real-life OMS coding scenarios while applying the appropriate codes for CDT and CPT.

Completion of this course requires current CPT and CDT coding books. You will need your CPT and CDT coding books to complete the clinical scenarios at the end of the course.

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers.   

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

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 3.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637. 

This course provides education on Medicare programs and policies that impact oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their staff. This self-paced program includes discussions about Medicare components (Parts A, B, C and D), Medicare fraud and abuse, payment policies including Medicare dental coverage expansion, appeal processes and miscellaneous Medicare-related topics. There is a saying in healthcare – “as Medicare goes, so do the other carriers.” If time is taken to thoroughly learn the Medicare program, you will better understand your commercial payers, too.

 Learning Objectives:

1. Differentiate between Medicare Parts A, B, C and D.
2. Identify actions prohibited by the False Claims Act (FSA), Anti-Kickback Statute and Physician Self-Referral Law (Stark Law).
3. Explain Medicare’s enrollment options, including “opting out” of Medicare.
4. Define the differences between fraud and abuse.
5. Name provisions and penalties associated with Medicare fraud and abuse.
6. Review how federal law, regulations and Medicare policies impact the oral and maxillofacial surgery practice.
7. Discuss the general steps of the Medicare billing procedures and appeals process.
8. Cite future alternate payment models.

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers.   

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

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 3.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637. 

How to Create Effective Emergency Drills for Your OMS Practice

Emergency drills are one of the best ways to prepare to manage any unexpected or unusual emergencies. This 60-minute webinar will provide practical tips on how to create and incorporate a routine for mock drills into the busy OMS practice. Additionally, the session will explain how to get staff on board to create a team environment for managing emergencies.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Describe the AAOMS requirements for emergency training.
2. Discuss the Office Anesthesia Evaluation Program requirements. 
3. Explain how to get buy-in from the entire team to participate in office mock drills. 3. Construct a schedule and different emergency scenarios in the office 

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. 

Register for the two-part Clinical Webinar Series on Anesthesia and save $50 off the original price of $250!

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.

Revisiting NPO Status for Office-Based Anesthesia: Updates for OMSs

Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach to NPO recommendations prior to an office-based anesthetic. Recent advances in the literature indicate that prolonged fasting windows can have harmful effects on both adults and children. Additionally, the rise in use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for diabetes, weight loss or any number of forthcoming FDA-approved uses can result in delayed gastric emptying and increased residual gastric contents regardless of the length of the NPO window. This 60-minute webinar will cover NPO recommendations, medication management and anesthesia treatment planning with the intent to safely decrease the risk of regurgitation and aspiration during office-based anesthetic procedures. 

Learning Objectives

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

1. Discuss systems and medical history with the intent of identifying patients with a high-risk stomach. 
2. Describe the pharmacology of GLP-1 receptor agonists and their influence on gastrointestinal physiology.
3. Create a perioperative plan of care for patients taking GLP-1 receptor agonists. 
4. Determine appropriate NPO recommendations for patients based on updated ASA guidelines. 
5. Recognize and manage perioperative regurgitation and aspiration. 

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. 

Register for the two-part Clinical Webinar Series on Anesthesia and save $50 off the original price of $250!

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:

Revisiting NPO Status for Office-Based Anesthesia: Updates for OMSs on March 13 at 6 p.m. CT

How to Create Effective Emergency Drills for Your OMS Practice on March 20 at 6 p.m. CT

Effective Strategies for Prior Authorization and Eligibility Verification

Prior authorization and eligibility verification are critical to the healthcare practice revenue cycle, impacting operational efficiency, patient satisfaction and financial stability. Mastering these processes can reduce claim denials and optimize revenue. This 90-minute webinar will explore both manual and automated approaches to prior authorization and eligibility verification and then demonstrate how technology can reduce administrative burdens in these areas. Participants will gain actionable strategies to improve workflow, prevent denials and enhance revenue cycle performance.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Describe the fundamentals of prior authorization and eligibility verification.  
2. Explore the impacts of artificial intelligence on revenue cycle processes.  
3. Apply best practices for managing prior authorization and eligibility verification.  

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.

The online Beyond the Basics Coding for OMS is Level II of the Coding Certificate Program (CCP). The AAOMS Beyond the Basics Coding for OMS online course provides the same content as the in-person Beyond the Basics Coding Workshop. It is an intermediate-level course that concentrates on topics based on the AAOMS Parameters of Care, OMS-specific procedural coding for medical and dental, coding complications and medical record documentation. This course features comprehensive content to address coding guidance for the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery. In addition to existing coding assistance for anesthesia services, bone grafting, fractures, extractions and implants, this course offers insights into coding dentoalveolar procedures such as surgical exposure and uprighting, soft-tissue procedures, incision and drainage, cleft palate/lip procedures, wound debridement and repairs. This course also delves into ICD-10-CM coding principles relating to neoplasms, sequelae, complications and Z codes. Attendees will learn 2025 CDT coding updates for nerve dissection, partial extractions for implant placement and administration of neuromodulators and dermal fillers along with billing guidance on the expanded Medicare dental benefit as well as billing for facility-based dental services. Additionally, instruction is provided on E/M coding and documentation guidelines. Participants must have a basic understanding of CDT, CPT and ICD-10-CM in order to comprehend the content in this course. Basic coding knowledge or completion of the AAOMS Basic Coding for OMS and ICD-10-CM for OMS online courses is highly recommended before participating in this course.

Learning Objectives:

1. Demonstrate compliance through appropriate documentation (e.g., use of E/M guidelines) for services provided.
2. Review proper diagnosing principles of neoplasms, sequelae and application of 7th characters.
3. Examine coding guidelines for anesthesia, applying associated modifiers and other coding trends.
4. Describe the relationship of coding to third-party payers and its effects on reimbursement.
5. Analyze clinical case studies to code OMS-specific procedures for fractures, TMJ, implants, biopsies and more.

This course consists of multiple units. To complete each unit, you will need your printed course manual and current coding books (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II and CDT).

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers. 

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

Information regarding this and other online coding courses may be found at AAOMS.org/CodingBilling.

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 13.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 13.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637. 

The online Basic Coding for OMS is Level I of the Coding Certificate Program (CCP). This online course is designed especially for OMSs and professional staff who have never attended a coding workshop and have had little or no formal training in procedural and diagnostic coding. It also is designed for the more seasoned professional looking for a comprehensive refresher of the basics. The course will teach the core elements of coding and provide an effective understanding of the CDT, CPT and ICD-10-CM coding manuals and systems. Participants will have the opportunity to test and reinforce their knowledge through practice exercises and unit quizzes. The course proceeds at a slow, comfortable pace – dedicating sufficient time to each topic.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the purpose of coding and its relationship to reimbursement.
2. Describe ICD-10-CM, CPT, and CDT coding conventions and basic principles.
3. Discuss basic claim submission processes including coordination of benefits, predetermination, preauthorization, electronic claims submission and more.

Completion of this course requires current ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, and CDT coding books.  

The video will provide verbal explanation of the course manual, the opportunity to complete practice problems, and non-graded quizzes to evaluate your knowledge retention.

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers. 

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

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 7.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637. 

Through the study of medical terminology, participants will be introduced to the language of medicine. Basic word elements as well as the rules of building and analyzing medical terms will be explained. This online course emphasizes spelling, definition, usage and pronunciation. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the anatomical structures of the oral cavity, face and skull along with common oral and maxillofacial diagnoses and treatments. This course is designed for AAOMS fellows, members and their anesthesia and surgical assistants, practice managers, coders and billers as well as administrative staff who work with patients and/or vendors and would benefit from being well-versed in OMS terminology as they represent the practice.

 Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the root, combining forms, prefixes and suffixes of medical terms.
2. Use roots, combining forms, prefixes and suffixes to analyze and determine the meaning of medical terms.
3. List medical terms while spelling and pronouncing accurately to ensure effective communication.
4. Cite the key anatomical structures of the oral cavity, face and skull.
5. Apply correct medical terms to the anatomy of the body with an emphasis on oral and maxillofacial structures.
6. Describe common oral and maxillofacial conditions and their associated treatments.

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers.   

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

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 7.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637. 

The online OMS Billing is Level III of the Coding Certificate Program (CCP). It focuses on documentation guidelines, predetermination tips, claims filing, appeal tips as well as fraud and abuse. Accurate coding and billing services must be a priority for all OMSs and their staff due to increased fraud and abuse investigations stemming from strict billing guidelines and inaccurate coding.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review healthcare fraud and abuse issues addressed by federal and state laws and their impact on offering discounts.
2. Demonstrate adherence to standards for appropriate coding and implementation of compliance plans that include conducting compliance audits.
3. Explain various methods for setting office fees, including annual percentage increases, cost-based fees, national percentiles and percentage increases over Medicare.
4. Describe types of managed care organizations – including HMO, PPO and POS plans – and basic elements of MCO contracts.
5. Discuss basic elements of commercial and government-sponsored health insurance plans, including different reimbursement methodologies.
6. Apply Medicare-related policies, such as the National Provider Identifier, provider enrollment, accepting assignment, participation vs. nonparticipation vs. opting out, mandatory claims submission, timeframes for claims filing, Medicare Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) and more.
7. Use pre-, intra- and post-claims processing submission procedures, such as predetermination, preauthorization, coordination of benefits, clean claim filing, electronic submission, contractual adjustments, write-offs, overpayments and more.
8. Define the appeals process, starting with reading and understanding the EOB, writing appeal letters, internal and external commercial insurance reviews and the Medicare process.
9. Examine future healthcare reimbursement topics, including pay for performance, healthcare transparency and computer-assisted coding.

For optimal viewing, Chrome or Firefox are recommended browsers.   

As a reminder, you will have six months from the date of registration to complete the course. AAOMS will allow only one 30-day extension of a registrant’s access to an online coding course upon written request up to 10 days prior to expiration of access. Once an extension is granted, access will expire upon course completion OR at the end of the 30-day extension period.

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 5.0 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 enduring material for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For AAPC credit, please contact the AAOMS Coding and Reimbursement Staff at (800) 822-6637.