2006 Ophthalmic Coding Coach CD-ROM

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I install the software?

How does the print function work?

What are the minimum system requirements?

Which CPT codes does this CD-ROM contain?

How do I use the content that’s included for each CPT code?

What if my question wasn’t answered here?

How do I install the software?
With the Windows operating system running, insert the disc into the CD-ROM drive. The program will launch automatically.

How does the print function work?
This program requires Adobe Reader for printing.  When you press the print button a PDF file will open in Adobe Reader.  You may print the file using the print feature in Adobe Reader.

Follow these steps to install Adobe Reader version 7 from the CD-ROM.
1. Start Microsoft Windows and insert the CD-ROM.
2. Click the Start button from the Taskbar and select the Run option.
3. Type d:\ AdbeRdr705_enu_full.exe (where “d:\” is your CD-ROM drive) and press Enter.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions for installation.

What are the minimum system requirements?
 Windows 2000 or XP
 Pentium II 700MHz or higher (Pentium III 1GHz or higher recommended)
 64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)
 CD-ROM drive
 1024 x 768 monitor

Which CPT codes does this CD-ROM contain?
Codes from the following sections of CPT are included in this CD-ROM:
- Integumentary System
- Nervous System
- Eye and Ocular System
- Radiology
- Special Ophthalmological Services
- Electromyography
- Other Services and Procedures

This tool is not intended to replace the entire CPT 2006 as published by the AMA but is to be used as an enhancement for ophthalmic coding.

How do I use the content that’s included for each CPT code?
Each entry includes:
1. CPT Code

2. Relative value units (RVU) for the office and facility

- This will enable you to verify site-of-service differential where you may be paid a higher amount in your office than when the procedure is performed in the hospital.
- RVUs also alert you to which procedure has a higher value. When multiple procedures are performed in the same operative setting, the code with the higher RVU should be listed first.

3. Global surgical period for Medicare and private payers
- Note that while Medicare recognizes a minor surgical period of 0 or 10 days, private payers recognize a 0, 10, or 15-day global period.
- For major surgeries, Medicare recognizes a 90-day global period, while private payers recognize a 45, 90, or 120-day global period.

4. Whether or not an assistant at surgery may be a covered benefit

5. Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits
- These are codes which the National Correct Coding Initiative deems not separately payable when performed in the same operative session.

6. Special Testing Services section also includes bilateral or unilateral payment indicators

7. Also included for each entry:
- Layperson’s definition of the CPT code
- Coding Clues
- CPT and HCPCS modifiers
- Diagnosis codes deemed payable

8. In addition, this CD-ROM provides:
- Comprehensive list of modifiers and standard abbreviations
- List of Medicare carrier Web site URLs to check state specific payment policies

What if my question wasn’t answered here?
For additional technical support, please call 1-800-825-2956.