Course #5 of 8 · Transforaminal Series
Transforaminal 2
Course
$2,997 course only · or $9,997 bundled with the 1-Day Lab Intensive
About This Course
This course demonstrates how to use the lumbar transforaminal approach to address 3 problems in the Foraminal Canal:
- Bony Foraminal Stenosis
- Foraminal disc herniations
- Far Lateral disc herniations
9 video modules take you from diagnosis through the complete procedure, post op management, dictation, and billing.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
Address Bony Foraminal Stenosis via the transforaminal approach
Treat Foraminal disc herniations endoscopically
Manage Far Lateral disc herniations
Set up and perform the full lumbar transforaminal procedure
Dictate the procedure without triggering a denial
Bill with the correct CPT codes for maximum reimbursement
Course Modules
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01OverviewPurpose, logic, anatomy & references15 minThe Overview gives a high altitude look at the purpose and logic of the procedures presented in this course. It also includes a description of the referenced anatomy and supportive references.
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02DiagnosticsHistory, imaging, diagnostic injections31 minThe Diagnostics/Evaluation module describes the pathway needed to arrive at a diagnosis. This includes important parts of the history as well as what to look for in the appropriate imaging studies. It describes any diagnostic injections necessary to confirm a diagnosis.
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03Schedule and ConsentOffice terminology, consent language5 minThe Schedule and Consent module shows the appropriate terminology needed for your office to schedule the surgery and write the consent.
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04Instruments and EquipmentFull checklist of OR equipment needed14 minThe Instruments/Equipment module gives a detailed explanation and checklist of all the equipment that you and your facility will need to provide and perform a procedure.
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05Anesthesia and PositioningAnesthesia options, taping, arm placement8 minThe Anesthesia and Positioning module discusses preoperative anesthesia alternatives as well as anesthesia for the procedure, with detailed instruction about taping and arm placement.
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06The ProcedureNarrated video — start to finish of the surgery42 minThe Surgery module is a narrated video from start to finish of the procedure. It shows the operating room setup, position of patient on the table and every detail of the surgery beginning with injection of local anesthesia and then the surgery itself.
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07Post OpAntibiotics, wound care, activity, complications7 minThe Post Op module discusses post op care and any complications that you need to be aware of. This includes use of antibiotics, wound care and activity.
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08DictationWords to use — and words to avoid4 minThe Dictation module discusses the importance of proper word use in the operative dictation. This describes words that should not be used in the operative dictation to avoid having your dictation flagged or denied.
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09BillingCPT codes matched to the operative dictation2 minThe Billing module gives you the CPT codes that match the operative dictation. This should help you get the best reimbursement for each procedure.
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I have been performing endoscopic spine procedures for 7 years and have attended a multitude of training workshops and conferences. Nothing is left out of this training series. I leave most courses with inspiration and hope regarding a new technique, but I finished his course with confidence and a complete knowledge of the procedure including tips on complication avoidance.
JCA
Jason Capra, MD
Endoscopic Spine Surgeon — 7 Years Experience