Training classes set for Upper Peninsula

We’ve scheduled facility and professional training classes in Marquette and Sault Ste. Marie this August.

The facility class will feature billing tips, web-DENIS information and a question-and-answer session.

The professional class will cover such topics as coding and documentation, risk adjustment, the diagnostic closure incentive program, the performance recognition program, Health e-Blue^SM and ICD-10.

The professional class was first announced in the June Record. For professional training opportunities at other locations across the state, see the article titled "Aim for the stars," also in this issue.

U.P. training classes will begin one hour later than usual:

• Full-day classes start at 10 a.m. and end at 4 p.m., with registration at 9:30 a.m.
• A lunch break will be provided between noon and 1 p.m., with lunch served at all locations.
• Classes might extend later or end earlier, depending on participant questions.

Following are the dates of the sessions and the class location:

To register, email jholzhausen@bcbsm.com. For the facility class, type “Facility Marquette” or “Facility Sault Ste. Marie” in the subject line. For the professional class, type “HEDIS/RMRA Marquette” or “HEDIS/RMRA Sault Ste. Marie.” In the body of the email, include the date of the class and the number and names of attendees expected from your facility.

You’ll receive a confirmation within 72 hours of registering. It’s important that you register so we have an accurate headcount for lunch.

For more information, contact your provider consultant.