Provider Training – E/M Basics
Instructor
Brittany Sowards, BA, CPC, CPMA, CCC, CCVTCDescription
E/M Basics gives you a solid foundation in Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding. In just 15 minutes, you’ll get a high-level understanding of how E/M guidelines work and how the core elements—Medical Decision Making (MDM) and time—fit into code selection. This session is essential for anyone who wants to code E/M services with more confidence and accuracy.
Key Takeaways
- Learn how E/M guidelines have evolved, especially the shift away from relying on history/exam to focus on MDM or time for code determination
- Understand the three elements of Medical Decision Making — problems addressed, data reviewed/analyzed, and risk — and how they interact to support the level of service
- See when time-based coding is appropriate and how time is measured (face-to-face vs. non-face-to-face)
- Recognize that separately reportable services cannot be counted toward MDM or time calculations
Who this course is for
- Providers who bill E/M services and want clear guidance on coding correctly
- Coding professionals and auditors needing to reinforce foundation knowledge
- CDI (Clinical Documentation Improvement) personnel ensuring documentation supports E/M coding decisions
Why it matters
- Code selection errors (undercoding or overcoding) can lead to denials or compliance risk
- Solid understanding helps you defend your coding in audits or reviews
- Aligns your documentation and workflows with current guidelines to reduce uncertainty
What you get
- 15-minute webinar — focused, practical content you can watch on your schedule
- Transcript & slides available for review and reference
- Insights you can apply immediately to documentation and coding workflows
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About our Medical Coding Courses
HIAlearn, powered by Health Information Associates (HIA)—a leader in medical coding and auditing for more than three decades—offers a flexible, online education platform designed for today’s coders. With a growing catalog of AHIMA and AAPC-approved coding courses, HIAlearn supports both beginners and experienced coders looking to build confidence, accuracy, and CEU credits.
Courses are available across various coding types including CPT, E/M, ICD-10-CM, and ICD-10-PCS, and are designed for multiple specialties including inpatient, outpatient, profee, and CDI.
To stay up to date, coders can explore our Coding Updates hub for the latest ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and IPPS changes. HIAlearn also supports organizations with group discounts and scalable team access, promoting accuracy, compliance, and continuous professional development across departments.
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