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Join us for an informative workshop featuring updates on ICD-10, CPT code changes for 2012, HIPAA 5010 compliance, and TRICARE/TriWest updates. Learn about BCBSKS functions through Availity and how to ensure your practice stays up-to-date in the evolving healthcare landscape.
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All Payers WorkshopBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas December 9, 2011
Introduction and Today's Presenters • Connie Winkley, Education Coordinator, Institutional Provider Relations, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of KS • Cindy Garrison, CPCProvider Consultant, Institutional Provider Relations, BCBSKS, Hospitals in Northern Kansas • Denny Cassel Hartman, CPC, Provider Consultant, Institutional Provider Relations, BCBSKS, Hospitals in Southern Kansas • Marie Burdiek, EDI Account Representative, EDI Operations, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
AGENDA and UPDATES • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas • Availity • ICD-10 • CPT Code Changes for 2012 • EDI - Electronic Data Interchange • HIPAA 5010 • TRICARE/TriWest
BCBSKS Updates • Availity • BCBSKS Member's Eligibility and Claim Status will move to Availity in 2012 • Multiple Payer Portal • Pilot Groups Complete – Feedback Received • Future BCBSKS functions through Availity
BCBSKS Updates • ICD-10 • BCBSKS' vendor status • BCBSKS intends to follow CMS guidelines • Begin testing 2nd Quarter 2013 • Information on Web • Newsletters • GEM Tool • Roadmap being developed • BCBSKS leading the way
BCBSKS Update 2012 CPT Code Updates
EDI Update • HIPAA 5010 • The compliance date is January 1, 2012 • HIPAA 5010 information is found on the EDI home page at - www.ask-edi.com Only 23 days left!
TriCare/ TRIWEST Updates • Webinars/ eSeminars • TriWest Website Demos • Cut the Cord • Don't Wait – Update! • Share your email address • Secure Provider Portal • TriWest's Secure Website • TRICARE Programs