Lumbar Facet Syndrome
Surgery Course
Course #1 in the Series, these 9 video modules guide you through the entire process of a Lumbar Facet Debridement and Rhizotomy for Facet Syndrome. This is a safe, beginner level course.
Each module builds on the last — from understanding the anatomy and confirming the diagnosis, through OR setup, performing the procedure, post op care, and finally dictating correctly and billing for maximum reimbursement. You can implement what you learn before the month is out.
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01OverviewPurpose, logic, anatomy & references7 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 injections18 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 language2 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 needed6 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. You need to know exactly what is required in the operating room. This knowledge reduces stress and creates a relaxing OR environment.
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05Anesthesia and PositioningAnesthesia options, taping, arm placement6 minThe Anesthesia and Positioning module discusses preoperative anesthesia alternatives as well as anesthesia for the procedure. There is a video that shows the best way to position the patient for each procedure, with detailed instruction about taping and arm placement. There is nothing worse than a patient in recovery complaining about a problem not related to the surgery.
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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, complications4 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 dictation3 minThe Billing module gives you the CPT codes that match the operative dictation. This should help you get the best reimbursement for each procedure.
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.