Coding Fundamentals 2024

Coding Fundamentals 2024

Faculty

Bela Pandit, DPM, FACFAS

Gretchen Lawrence, DPM, AACFAS 

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the use of Evaluation and Management (E&M) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes in your practice.
  • Recognize the most common modifiers and their use in your practice.
  • Understand how to code minor in-office procedures.

Bela Pandit, DPM, FACFAS

Pandit Foot & Ankle Clinic

Dr. Bela Pandit, of the Pandit Foot & Ankle Clinic in Evergreen Park, Illinois, is a nationally-recognized, double board-certified physician, offering compassionate and leading-edge care for all types of foot and ankle issues. Experienced in the latest diagnostic treatments, Dr. Pandit’s expertise is frequently tapped by local and national news media. She has extensive experience in treating: neuropathy, heel and foot pain associated with arthritis, plantar fasciitis sprains, toenail fungus, bunions, and hammertoes. In addition, she designs custom orthotics to alleviate pain and alignment problems for patients with flat or overarched feet.

Dr. Pandit is committed to providing patients with outstanding and compassionate care. She takes great interest in her patients and is proud to be the physician to many complete families. She has a special interest in runners and athletes, both professional and casual. She strives to help her patients get back to the activities they love quickly and safely. She is certified in laser techniques for removal of fungal nails, veins, tattoos, warts, and hair.

Dr. Pandit was born and raised in New Jersey and graduated with honors from Boston University with a B.A. in biology and art history while completing a highly competitive pre-medical curriculum. She went on to earn her medical degree from Rosalind Franklin/Chicago Medical School with a concentration in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. She served as chief resident of the prestigious residency program at Loretto Hospital in Chicago.

She utilizes the latest technology, including laser and shockwave treatments and minimally invasive surgical procedures.  

In her free time, Dr. Pandit enjoys running, yoga and cooking. 

Gretchen Lawrence, DPM, AACFAS

Certified Coder

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