Podiatry & DME Coding focuses on the latest changes in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 that directly impact how podiatry services and durable medical equipment are documented, coded, and reimbursed. With increased payer scrutiny, stricter modifier usage, and evolving documentation requirements, accurate coding and clear medical necessity are more critical than ever, especially for routine foot care, wound management, and DME items like orthotics and diabetic shoes. This training equips providers, coders, and billing teams with practical insights to reduce denials, stay compliant, and capture the full reimbursement they rightfully deserve in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape.
1. Interpret 2026 Coding Updates Accurately
Understand the latest changes in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 that impact podiatry procedures and DME billing, and how those changes affect reimbursement.
2. Apply Correct Coding for High-Volume Services
Confidently code:
3. Strengthen Documentation to Support Medical Necessity
Translate clinical documentation into coding that meets payer expectations, especially for:
4. Use Modifiers with Precision
Apply modifiers (Q7, Q8, Q9, -25, -59, etc.) correctly to avoid denials and ensure proper payment.
5. Reduce Denials and Audit Risk
Identify top denial drivers in podiatry and DME and implement preventive strategies.
6. Improve Revenue Capture and Compliance
Align coding, documentation, and billing practices to maximize legitimate reimbursement while staying audit-ready.
Adilakshmi Sankara is an accomplished healthcare revenue cycle leader with more than 29 years of expertise in Medical Coding Operations, Quality, Compliance, and Training. Renowned for driving medical coding excellence across multi-specialty settings, She bring deep experience in optimizing workflows, strengthening audit readiness, and elevating documentation and coding quality for global healthcare organizations