Optometry Coding: Navigating ICD-10 and CPT for Optimal Practice Management - Optometry Continuing Education, 2 Hours

Approved for 2 Hours for CE Broker

Here's How Simple It Is:

1. Read the material online
2. Complete the quiz online
3. Get your certificate and earn hours towards your license renewal
4. Access Optometry automatically reports your completions to CE Broker and your state board (if applicable) within 24 hours

Course Outcome

≥93% of participants will improve their ability to accurately document and report medical eye care services to ensure appropriate payment, reduce errors, and stay compliant.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the participant will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental structure and purpose of diagnosis (ICD-10) and procedure (CPT/HCPCS) codes used in optometric practice.
• Identify when an eye exam or test qualifies as a medical service versus routine vision care.
• Apply correct codes, modifiers, and billing protocols for common conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eye disease.
• Use electronic health record systems and billing workflows to reduce denials, improve documentation, and support medical necessity.
• Navigate payer policies, Medicare rules, and appeals processes to protect revenue and support clinical decision-making.

Who Should Enroll?

• Licensed Optometrists (ODs): Eye care professionals who diagnose and manage ocular disease and want to improve billing accuracy, reimbursement, and compliance.
  
• Practice Managers and Billing Staff: Team members responsible for submitting claims, managing denials, and optimizing the revenue cycle in optometric or ophthalmic settings.