Course #4 of 8 · Transforaminal Series
Transforaminal Discectomy
Course
$2,997 course only · or $9,997 bundled with the 1-Day Lab Intensive
About This Course
Course #4 in the Series, these video modules guide you through the entire process of a Transforaminal Facet Debridement and Rhizotomy for Facet Syndrome. This is a safe, beginner level course.
This course includes an additional Module 6b which continues from Module 6 and further elaborates on the placement of the rod as well as various methods for performing a Transforaminal Discectomy.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
Diagnose and confirm indications for Transforaminal Discectomy
Set up your OR for the transforaminal approach
Perform a complete Transforaminal Facet Debridement and Rhizotomy
Understand rod placement and multiple Transforaminal Discectomy methods
Dictate and bill correctly to maximize reimbursement
Manage post op care and avoid common complications
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. You need to know exactly what is required in the operating room.
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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. There is a video that shows the best way to position the patient for each 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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06bThe Procedure (continued)Rod placement & Transforaminal Discectomy methods43 minModule 6b is a continuation of Module 6 and further elaborates on the placement of the rod as well as discusses various methods for performing a Transforaminal Discectomy.
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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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Dr. Mork’s course addresses all aspects of the procedure from A to Z. While many courses focus on patient selection and technical procedure aspects, Dr. Mork’s course covers important topics not usually seen elsewhere like scheduling and consent, draping and OR disposables, dictation and billing. Dr. Mork’s Endoscopic Spine Academy fills a badly needed void in standardizing endoscopic spine surgery education.
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George Rappard, MD
Physician — Spinal Pain Specialist