The Global Periods: What's Included and What's Not - Live Webinar

Includes a Live Web Event on 04/22/2026 at 12:00 PM (CDT)

April 22, 2026 12:00 pm CST
60 Minutes
1 CEU

Learning Objectives:

• Define the global surgical package and identify which services are included and excluded.
• Differentiate between 0 day, 10 day, and 90 day global periods and recognize which procedures fall into each category.
• Apply correct CPT codes and modifiers (e.g., 24, 58, 78, 79) to distinguish bundled vs. separately billable services.
• Document pre operative, intra operative, and post operative care accurately to meet compliance standards.
• Identify common audit risks and strategies to prevent claim denials.

Karen Whelan, CPC, CPMA, CPCO, CGSC, COSC, CCVTC

Consultant

KZA

Karen Whelan is accomplished in auditing for large hospital healthcare systems, Level I trauma hospitals, and physician practices. She has previously worked as a Physician Coding Auditor & Educator, Coding Compliance Auditor, Senior Surgical Coder, Hospice Medicare Coding & Billing Specialist, Office Administrator, Medical Biller/Insurance AR Specialist, and a Dental Assistant.

Karen holds numerous professional certifications including CPC, CPMA, CPCO, CGSC, COSC, CCVTC, and a Certificate in Advanced Neurology and Neurosurgery. She is a member of the AAPC and served on the AAPC CGSC Steering Committee in 2022. She has been a featured speaker at engagements for AAPC Spartanburg, SC Chapter, Georgia Association of Orthopedic Executives, and the Georgia Association of Physicians Assistants.

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