Provider Training – G2211
Instructor
Brittany Sowards, BA, CPC, CPMA, CCC, CCVTCDescription
This 15-minute webinar provides a clear, focused introduction to HCPCS G2211, the E/M add-on code for visit complexity. You’ll learn when to use it, how it impacts reimbursement, and the documentation expectations needed to support it. This course is ideal for providers and coders who want to ensure they’re reporting this code correctly.
Key Takeaways
- Understand the purpose and rationale for G2211 and how it compensates for complexity inherent in certain office/outpatient E/M visits
- Identify when and where G2211 may be billed, including its use alongside CPT E/M codes 99202-99215 in the outpatient/office setting
- Recognize the criteria for reporting G2211, such as serving as the continuing focal point of care or managing a serious or complex condition
- Apply documentation best practices and tips for capturing longitudinal relationships and visit complexity
- Implement strategies like system edits, provider education, and compliance checks to ensure proper use
- Evaluate reimbursement dynamics and how G2211 interacts with the Physician Fee Schedule and conversion factor pressures
Who this course is for
- Providers (especially in primary care or longitudinal specialties) who oversee ongoing patient management
- Professional coders and auditors who must apply or validate G2211 usage
- Practice administrators, compliance officers, and revenue cycle staff responsible for compliance in code assignment
Why it matters
- Correct use of G2211 can increase reimbursement for complexity that was previously uncompensated
- Helps practices adapt to evolving coding and value models without leaving money on the table
- Strengthens documentation to defend coding, reduce denials, and align with CMS guidance
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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