OB/GYN: Foundational Knowledge

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

Overview

Care Considerations

Getting the Most Out of the Course

Obstetrics and Gynecology Coding

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 2: OB/GYN Coding Required Knowledge

OB/GYN Basic Knowledge

Essential OB/GYN Coding Skills

Important Terms to Know

Female Genital System Anatomy

OB/GYN Procedures

Procedures and Surgical Techniques

Procedure Approaches

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Coding OB/GYN Services and Procedures

OB/GYN Codes and Guidelines

Classifications

Modifiers

Review

Guidelines for Coding

Overview

Separate Procedures

CPT® Total Obstetrical Package

Reporting Obstetrical Care

Coding Review

Other Coding Guidelines

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Coding Common OB/GYN Procedures

OB/GYN Procedures

Common Obstetrical Procedures

Common Gynecological Procedures

Dilation and Curettage (D&C)

Fertility-Related Procedures

Hysterectomy

Key Takeaways

Section 5: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Resources

References

Sarah is a Subject Matter Expert/Writer for Relias's Revenue Cycle and Coding online education. Sarah is credentialed by AHIMA as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P), as well as an approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. She is also credentialed by AAPC as a Certified Professional Coding Instructor (CPC-I), a certified professional coder (CPC), a certified outpatient hospital coder (COC), and a Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), with specialty certification in Evaluation and Management Services (CEMC). Sarah extensive experience in both professional and facility ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding, education, auditing, and revenue cycle management. She has clinical experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Medical Assistant (MA) and has served as Director of Physician Billing and Reimbursement for a regional health system, Manager of Coding and Compliance for a hospital and cancer center, and Business Manager of Physician Practices at a teaching hospital, as well as a coding auditor and consultant. Sarah has also authored several coding textbooks, and other instructional resources.

Chelsey is a certified coding professional with nearly a decade of experience in medical coding and more than 15 years in billing and revenue cycle management. She holds the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Pediatrics Coder (CPEDC) credentials through AAPC and completed the Medical Coding certificate program at the College of Western Idaho. Chelsey currently serves as a consultant, supporting a wide range of pediatric clinical and surgical subspecialties, including emergency medicine, trauma, plastic surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, and general pediatrics. Her expertise also includes behavioral health, integrative medicine, and dietitian services. She has worked extensively with telehealth services in these areas, particularly in pediatric and behavioral health settings, where she applies her knowledge of payer guidelines, documentation requirements, and coding standards to support accurate and compliant billing across both in-person and telehealth care.