CMBS-CA

 

 

Certified Medical Billing Specialist
Chiropractic Assistants

Medical Association of Billers CMBS-CA program is a challenging and practical intermediate level billing and coding weekend.

A candidate for certification is an individual who has at least 1 year billing/coding experience or who has successfully completed an entry level CMBS program.

If you are new to medical billing it is suggested that you attend the CMBS PowerWeekend prior to attending this seminar.  

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CMBS-CA PowerWeekend

The Medical Association of Billers Certified Medical Billing Specialist - Chiropractic Assistant (CMBS-CA) Program is a challenging and practical intermediate level billing and coding weekend.

Your CMBS-CA certification will give you the proof of competency necessary for State Registration.

This seminar will be of great benefit for all people working in chiropractic, regardless of State.  

Why you need to Attend

Get Answers to Your Toughest Questions!

  1. " Why are my claims being delayed?"

  2. "Why are my claims being denied?"

  3. "Why are my patient visits limited?"

  4. "Why are my patient's claim amounts being reduced?"

  5. "Can I give patients who don't have insurance a reduction in fee?

  6. "When is it legal to waive patient co-pays and deductibles?"

  7. "When should I use modifiers?"

  8. "Why aren't my E&M codes being paid?"

  9. "Why do carriers pay for some services and not others?"

  10. "What do they mean by "Denied, Not Medically Necessary"?"

Sign in Saturday 8:30 a.m. 
The class schedule is Saturday: 9:00-5:00; Sunday 9:00-3:00.
The final exam from 3:00-5:00 on Sunday.

Day 1
bulletDocumentation and Rationale: including clinical indications, medical necessity, components of a patient record, rules to follow in documentation, progress notes, testing, radiographic guidelines, well documented patient history, patient interview, levels of pain
bulletFees and billing protocol
bulletChart audits and reviews
bulletUnbundling syndromes
Day 2
bulletConverting clinical data into ICD-9 nomenclature
bulletCMS Guidelines
bulletTreatment parameters for levels of care
bulletCorrect Coding Policies and Billing Protocol
bulletCoding E&M, procedures, services and products
bulletProper use of Modifiers
bulletTypes of Insurance plus Workers' Comp, Medicare
bulletCommunicating patient progress
bulletCompleting a CMS 1500
bulletCertification Examination

 

Dates not set - call for more information Las Vegas, NV Medical Association of Billers
2620 regatta Dr., Suite 102
Las Vegas, NV  89128
702-240-8519

 

What is included in the CMBS-CA program fee?

The CMBS-CA Power Weekend includes all class materials, Text Book,  the CMBS-CA Final Exam, your CMBS-CA certificate, and coffee breaks.   Please note lunch and dinner are not included.

What is the program fee?

The entire CMBS PowerWeekend is only $450 for Association Members ($500 for non-Members).  You must be a member of the Medical Association of Billers to sit for the examination.  Non-members will receive a Certificate of Completion.

For information on joining the Association, press here  Association Membership.

Enrollment 

To enroll, print out the  Seminar Application Form and mail, with your payment, to: Medical Association of Billers, 2620 Regatta Dr., Suite 102, Las Vegas, NV   89128.  You may also submit your application on-line.

Attendance is on a first come first serve basis, so reserve early.  Your seat is guaranteed once payment is received.   

Class Size 

Do Not Delay- Seating Is Limited. 

Classes fill up fast, so reserve early. Your seat is guaranteed once payment is received.    

Dress

Wear layers of clothing to maximize your comfort.  Casual to business casual is appropriate.

Cancellation Policy

The Medical Association of Billers will give you a complete refund if you cancel up to one month before your seminar begins.  Once you have been sent the seminar materials, the cost of materials will be deducted from your refund, unless they are returned in new condition.  

On-Site Programs are available

If you would like our instructors to travel to your facility and create a PowerWeekend for your employees, please contact our office.  Minimum class size is 15 students and volume discounts are available.  Please contact our office for a proposal. 

Medical Association of Billers
2620 Regatta Dr., Suite 102
Las Vegas, NV  89128
(702) 240-8519
Fax (702) 243-0359

Seminar Application Form

 

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