On Demand: 2025 Updates on Billing and Reimbursement for CCTA and Plaque Analysis

Description

Led by acclaimed cardiovascular researcher and physician Ahmad Slim, MD, FACC, FASNC, FSCCT, and professional coder Alyssa Foster, MA, COC, this webinar discussion examines the recently announced changes to Medicare reimbursement for AI-QCT AI-quantitative computed tomography(AI-QCT) and increased reimbursement for coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA). The presentation covers:

- How coronary AI-QCT became recognized as a critical diagnostic tool.
- Implications for future reimbursement trends.
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services requirements for reimbursement.
- Examples of submitted claims and strategies for appeals.

The discussion will end with an open Q&A session to take live questions from attendees

Speakers

Ahmad M. Slim, MD, FACC, FASNC, FSCCT, Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Washington
Regional Chief Medical Officer- Puget Sound Region, University of Washington

Alyssa Foster, MA, COC, Partner, 4Front Strategic Partners LLC

Beth Hernandez, Director of Reimbursement and Market Access, Cleerly

James Earls MD, FSCCT, Chief Medical Officer, Cleerly