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Published 3/8/2024

Code-X Streamlines Coding and Supercharges Revenue

Related Engagement Theater presentation will explain how AI can simplify coding

AAOS is unwavering in its commitment to providing members with leading-edge tools designed to maximize reimbursements. The AAOS Orthopaedic Code-X, powered by GaleAI, stands as a testament to this dedication, delivering best-in-class coding solutions for surgeons.

For more than two decades, Code-X has served as a trusted resource for coding guidance, catering to the specific needs of orthopaedic surgeons. Recent upgrades have incorporated machine learning and natural language-processing capabilities, revolutionizing the search for relevant codes with unprecedented ease and accuracy.

The gold standard in coding
In 2023, Code-X and GaleAI joined forces to forge a groundbreaking partnership. Code-X, powered by GaleAI, is a platform that seamlessly integrates the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the user experience.

Code-X is a comprehensive solution for navigating the intricate world of musculoskeletal coding with confidence. Orthopaedic clinicians can rest assured that they are working with the latest information available. Ongoing enhancements and improvements keep coding skills sharp and aligned with industry standards. Subscribers have access to seamless updates across various code sets, including relative value units (RVUs), National Correct Coding Initiative, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Global Service Data, ICD-10, and more. The advanced search function simplifies the process of finding relevant procedures and diagnosis codes, saving time and effort.

Exclusive access to Global Service Data helps eliminate denied or delayed claims with in-depth global billing guidelines. The RVU Tracker ensures proper reimbursement and shows what is owed for each CPT code. Exclusive AAOS CPT and American Medical Association CPT advice enhances coding accuracy and efficiency.

AAOS Coding Community
Tap into a vibrant network of professionals. The AAOS Coding Community serves as a one-stop resource for everything related to practice management and coding and reimbursement, including information about best practices, upcoming webinars, and more, all available online. The new Ask-a-Coder feature connects subscribers with coding experts who provide personalized guidance to ensure accuracy and efficiency in coding practices.

Coding resources at AAOS 2024
Attendees at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting can experience firsthand how this revolutionary platform enhances coding speed and accuracy by streamlining your workflow with intuitive AI-powered search and coding suggestions.

Visit the coding booth in the Learning & Practice Store to:

  • Take part in live Code-X demonstrations and discover how Code-X, powered by GaleAI, can empower your practice.
  • Meet Joseph Grant Muller, MD, FAAOS, cofounder of GaleAI, and learn how incorporating AI into your process creates coding efficiencies and maximizes reimbursements.
  • Get answers to the coding questions that keep you awake at night. Meet the coding experts from KarenZupko and Associates and ask your most pressing coding questions.
  • Get event-exclusive discounts. Attendees at AAOS 2024 can receive a 10 percent discount on AAOS coding products.
  • Enter daily drawings. Every day, one lucky attendee will win the 2024 Musculoskeletal Coding Guidebook.

Do not miss the opportunity to unlock the full potential of your coding and billing processes. Visit the AAOS Learning & Practice Store, located in South, Esplanade Lobby and open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday.

Finally, be sure to sit in on Dr. Muller’s Engagement Theater presentation, “Unlock the Full Potential of Your Coding and Billing Processes with AI.” Attendees will learn how AI can simplify their coding processes and can take part in a live Q&A session. The presentation will take place from 1:30 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday in the Engagement Theater, located in OrthoLive in West Hall.