Coding Update 2026

January 10, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Central
Online Interactive - Zoom
Virtual

Registration Now Open!

OD Registration:

Members: $150 AOA Members
Non-members: $375

Para Registration:

$75: Works for ArOA Member
$150: Works for Non-member

Paper Registration Form for OD and PARA - PDF


*Faxed, emailed or online registration must pay by credit card

Checks may be mailed with registration form

Arkansas Optometric Association 2025 Coding Update

Cancellation Policy:
A full refund, minus minus $25 for cancellations made by 01/02/2026.
No refunds after 01/02/2026.

Speakers:

John McGreal, O.D. &  Chris Wolfe, O.D.

Classes: 

8:00am-10:00am (2 Hours)

Coding, Compliance & MIPS Updates by John McGreal, O.D.  
This class will review the latest changes in CPT & ICD coding, use of modifiers, surgical billing, documentation guidelines, compliance recommendations, fee schedules and MIPS reporting. Inflationary Tactics

10:00am-11:00am (1 Hour)

Code G2211: Documenting and Billing for E/M Complexity with Confidence by Chris Wolfe, O.D.

G2211 is a new HCPCS add-on code that compensates physicians for the cognitive effort, care coordination, and longitudinal relationship-building inherent in many E/M visits. This course provides a step-by-step approach to determining when the code applies, how to document accurately, and how to ensure compliance while maximizing appropriate reimbursement. Through case-based scenarios and current CMS guidance, optometrists will gain confidence applying this code to complex and chronic ocular care.

11:00am-12:00pm (1 Hour)

Clearing the Fog: Billing & Coding Myths That Cost You by Chris Wolfe, O.D.

Education Credit: 

Online Interactive January 10, 2026:  Watching the virtual event qualifies for online interactive continuing education hours.  This event is COPE accredited and approved by the Arkansas State Board of Optometry for distance learning. Four hours are available.  Due to low demand, Online Enduring will not be offered.

Arkansas Optometric Association 2026 Coding Update