On-Site Course Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING COURSE LISTINGS
On-Site Program
FACULTY
1 . Administrative / Practice Management BASIC
NEW ! Tips and Tricks for Finding Efficiencies in Your Clinic ( 06SU2 )
Carol Olvera , MHA , COT , Thornton , CO Amanda Folse , COA , Lakewood , CO Jacqueline Johnson , COA , Denver , CO Sunday , 8:45 – 9:45 a . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This course will review ways both leaders and front-line staff can create efficiencies in clinical workflow . Clinical managers from a retina specialty practice will explain the benefits their clinic has reaped from empowering staff to improve clinical efficiency .
INTERMEDIATE
COURSE LEVEL INTERMEDIATE
COURSE TITLE
Ocular Telehealth Technology ( 02SU4B )
April Maa , MD , Decatur , GA
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Sunday , 11:50 a . m .– 12:20 p . m .
Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO
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NEW ! Optimizing Clinical Trials ( 04SU4 )
Namrata Saroj , OD , New York , NY Eric Kegley , COT , CRA , Bellaire , TX Bryce Miller , MPA , Austin , TX Kimberly Williamson , APRC-CCRC Michelle Zanitch , OSC , CCRC , El Mirage , AZ Sunday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will feature short presentations and panel discussion with clinical trial experts to provide and discuss best practices to run clinical trials effectively . Panelists will include a diverse group of individuals involved in different aspects of the trial execution . Financial interest disclosed .
Research Ready ? Preparing Your Site for Clinical Trial Participation ( 01SU6 )
Jacqueline Whinery , OCS , Bakersfield , CA Keely Puls , COA , Sioux Falls , SD Sunday , 1:45 – 2:45 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO , CEP : CABRN-1 Description : This course will discuss key aspects of clinical research participation in an ophthalmology practice setting . It will provide an overview of regulatory compliance , good clinical practice and the responsibilities of the principal investigator and other study personnel .
NEW ! Let Me Know , Let Me Grow . The Power of Cross-Training ( 02SU7A )
Anderson Brock , BS , COMT , CME , Clarksville , TN Sunday , 3:00 – 3:30 p . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : This course will explain what is cross-training , techniques to implement cross-training , pros and cons and how cross-training can improve clinic efficiency and practice unity .
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DISCLAIMER : In granting continuing education credit to a course or materials , IJCAHPO does not warrant or express an opinion regarding the content of the continuing education courses or materials , the accuracy of information presented or the skills and qualifications of the course presenters , sponsors or authors .
FINANCIAL INTEREST : An instructor ’ s financial interest is disclosed at the beginning of their presentation .
The Ophthalmic Master Trainer ’ s Toolkit ( 06SU5 )
Christine McDonald , COA , COE , ROUB , OSC , Fenton , MO Craig Simms , BSc , COMT , ROUB , CDOS , Kingston , ON , Canada Sunday , 12:30 – 1:30 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This session will discuss techniques to maximize your training skills . The focus will be on skills you can use to train new employees and cross-train experienced technicians on new skills . This session will include how to give feedback , demonstrate skills to learners , assess learner skill development , and supervise and improve clinic efficiency , allowing for more time to train .
2 . Chart Documentation / Coding / Scribing / Triage BASIC
Modifiers Made Easy ( 03SA4 )
Matthew Baugh , MHA , COT , OCS , OCSR , West Jordan , UT Saturday , 11:15 a . m .– 12:15 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : This course will help ophthalmic technicians understand why billing modifiers are important , what they are and how to use them .
NEW ! To Scribe or Not to Scribe , That is the Question ( 03SU4A )
Michelle Willis , COMT , ( F ) ATPO , OSC , Columbia , TN Sunday , 11:15 – 11:45 a . m . Credits : 0.50 IJCAHPO Description : This course will provide an introduction to scribing to those who may be interested in becoming a scribe and those who are new to scribing . It will review the skills and knowledge needed in scribing and offer tips for success .
INTERMEDIATE
Course Levels :
BASIC INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS
NEW ! 2024 Coding Update and the Impact on the Ophthalmic Technician ( 01SU7 )
Joy Woodke , COE , OCS , OCSR , Eugene , OR Sunday , 3:00 – 4:00 p . m . Credits : 1.00 IJCAHPO Description : Crucial coding updates will be presented focusing on the ophthalmic technician role . Using relevant case studies , this course will outline the changes and prepare clinicians for the new year , including a review of E / M and eye visit codes . Useful resources and quick reference guides will be explored for appropriate coding guidelines in the clinic .
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