Mastering Audiology Regulatory Changes
A complimentary, hands-on boot camp for audiology professionals ready to master the new coding landscape.
Tuesday, September 1 & Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Virtual Online Live Event
Event Overview
The 2026 regulatory changes are here, and your billing workflow needs to keep pace. Join us online for an interactive virtual event designed to help audiology professionals navigate requirements with confidence.
Through expert-led instruction, practical examples and collaborative discussion, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen your billing processes and stay compliant. You’ll leave with actionable resources, documentation templates and a clear understanding of the new time-based codes, medical necessity requirements, and compliance essentials.
What To Expect:
- Master the 2026 coding changes
- Learn practical documentation strategies
- Work through real-world billing challenges
- Gain tools you can use immediately
Featured Speakers
Michelle Netoskie
COPM, CPC, CPPM, CPMA, COC, CPB, CRC, CPC-I
Billing, Coding & Compliance Manager
Fuel Medical Group
Michelle brings more than three decades of revenue cycle management experience and deep expertise in otolaryngology and audiology coding. A national speaker, author and certified instructor, she has the rare ability to make complex billing concepts click. Whether you’re untangling modifier rules or building smarter documentation workflows, Michelle will give you the tools to get it right.
Kim brings nearly two decades of revenue cycle management experience and over 10 years of specialized ENT coding expertise. She is nationally recognized for her work in complex ENT surgery coding, facial plastics, head and neck cancer procedures, free flap reconstruction and skull base surgery. Kim educates providers and coders on documentation, compliance and reimbursement strategies that strengthen coding accuracy, reduce denials and optimize reimbursement.
Kim Hopkins
Billing, Coding & Compliance Manager
Fuel Medical Group
Agenda
Tuesday, September 1
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PST/2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
Coding Masterclass:
- Medical Necessity
- Supervision Rules
- 2026 Time-Based Codes
- Smart Documentation
- Compliance Essentials
Wednesday, September 2
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PST/2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
Billing Masterclass:
- Troubleshooting of Real Cases
- Tackling VOB/EOB Problems
- Refining Waiver Language
What You’ll Learn
Master the 2026 Code Set
Get fluent in the 12-code hearing device set (92628–92637) and the “Half-Plus-One” timing rule now in effect.
Defend Your Medical Necessity
Learn how to document clinical triggers for diagnostic follow-ups and use Modifier AB correctly under Direct Access rules.
Build Smarter Documentation
Move beyond canned verbiage with “Smart Templates” that capture what payers actually need to see.
Stay Compliant, Protect Revenue
Understand the No Surprises Act, Good Faith Estimate and how to navigate participating vs. non-participating status.
Takeaways
Every attendee receives:
- One-Sheet on the 2026 Audiology Codes
- Cheat Sheet for Time-Based Code Compliance
- Documentation Requirements Quick Reference
CEU Information
- Continuing Education Credits pending approval through AAA, ADA, ASHA, ASCENT and AAPC.
- You must attend both days to earn CEUs.
Details
This is a live event; no recording will be distributed.
Questions?
Call or email us at (360)210-5658 and info@fuelmedical.com or reach out to your regional manager.