THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING IN 2024!!
See you back at the Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth MI, for our 18th Annual Expo on September 18th, 2025!!!!
2024 Expo Theme Titled: "Bridging the Gap"
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Hotel Information and Reservations
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Agenda Information
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Speaker Information
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Attendee Registration - CLOSED! THANK YOU!!
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Vendor/Sponsorship Information
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED! THANK YOU! |
*Breakfast, lunch, and beverages will be provided.
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HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION:
Bavarian Inn Lodge
1 Covered Bridge Ln,
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
MMBA Code for Hotel Discount at checkout is: 13R9NU
Click HERE to visit the Bavarian Inn Lodge Website.
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SESSIONS SUMMARY AND SPEAKER INFORMATION |
2024 Expo Speaker Bios
Keynote: "Audaciously Imperfect"
Speaker: Dr. Andrea Mata, Clinical Psychologist, Author, Speaker, Company is BrightSpot Families.
Description: American women feel pressure to do everything perfectly, and this leads to depression, anxiety, and burnout. Dr. Mata will provide practical tips on how to live an audaciously imperfect life.
Session 1A: "Recognize the Pivotal Role of Educating Physicians in Safeguarding Revenue Integrity"
Speaker: Shannon DeConda CPC, CEMC, CEMA, CPMA, CRTT, President & Founder of NAMAS, Partner of DoctorsManagement.
Description: This session is intended to help medical billers identify and minimize potential risks in the constantly evolving healthcare billing landscape, and to maintain revenue integrity by educating physicians on potential billing hazards minimized through audits. This session will also address the vulnerabilities of how to navigate who performs the audit review as you navigate the fine line between budget and compliance. Through case studies and practical insights, participants will be equipped with the necessary tools to cultivate collaborative relationships with physicians while safeguarding financial viability. Learning Objectives: 1) Understand the significance of exposed risks in medical billing and its impact on revenue integrity. 2) Learn effective strategies for communicating the need for an audit to physicians in a constructive and educational manner. 3) Explore the ethical considerations surrounding conflicts of interest in audits and the role of independence in ensuring compliance.
Session 1B: "The Pitfalls of the EMR"
Speaker: Lori-Ann Rickard, Attorney at Law, Founder of Rickard & Associates, PC, Author.
Description: Learn about the most common EMR issues and areas of risk, relevant regulations, document integrity, and auditing.
Session 1C: "From Surviving to Thriving in 12 Weeks"
Speaker: Dr. Andrea Mata, Clinical Psychologist, Author, Speaker, Company is BrightSpot Families.
Description: When we start a new job, we’re typically in survival mode, but we don’t want to stay there. Dr. Mata will provide practical tips on how to transition from surviving to thriving in your new position.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm, 2nd Breakout |
Session 2A: "Surprise Billing – Don’t Get Caught Off-Guard!"
Speaker: Lori-Ann Rickard, Attorney at Law, Founder of Rickard & Associates, PC, Author.
Description: Find out about the No Surprises Act, learn when it applies, how it applies, and how you can make sure you are covered.
Session 2B: "Fraud & Abuse – How to Detect & Prevent"
Speaker: Sue Butler CPC, CPB, CIMC, CAWC, AAPC Approved Instructor, Co-Manager at Accident Fund of America, Medical Bill Review Department
Description: What exactly is fraud and abuse. There is a fine line between the two and it is very difficult to ascertain or even prove which one applies. We have all heard the words or seen news segments about a medical provider or entity facing charges resulting from their medical billing and coding practices, but do we understand the impact that fraud & abuse has on the healthcare field and related costs. Each of us is paying the price. Fraud and abuse increase the overall costs of medical care, equipment, and health insurance premiums. What can we do as medical billers, coders, providers, and others in the medical field to help curtail fraud and abuse.
Session 2C: "The Confetti Connection: Build a Professional Network that Pops!"
Speaker: Greg Peters, Co-Founder of Third Generation Networking, Speaker, Author.
Description: How can some people turn five-minute conversations into life-long connections while others simply seem to be wasting their time? What makes one person the center of attention in the room while another stands off to the side, ignored by the crowd? Why do some people receive opportunities, introductions, and referrals from their network while others get nothing? The secret is in the depth, breadth, and quality of the connections you make as you build your network.
While many professionals focus on the short-term benefits of networking, such as finding new job opportunities or generating leads for their business, the true value of networking lies in developing powerful long-term connections that can offer ongoing support, guidance, and opportunities throughout your career. “The Confetti Connection” is for the busy business professional who understands the importance of developing powerful long-term networking connections and only needs the practical strategies and tactics for building and nurturing these relationships.
Participants will learn how to:
- Adopt continuous networking as a part of their professional life.
- Identify strategic networking partners.
- Create a process around follow-up, so no connection is wasted.
- Set realistic relationship expectations.
12:00-1:00 Lunch Break and Network with Vendors |
THIS SESSION IS FULL! Session 3A: "Unlocking Revenue Potential: Mastering Chronic Care Management, Principal Care Management, and G2211 Coding"
Speaker: Shannon DeConda CPC, CEMC, CEMA, CPMA, CRTT, President & Founder of NAMAS, Partner of DoctorsManagement.
THIS SESSION IS FULL AND WILL NOT APPEAR ON THE REGISTRATION PAGE! THANK YOU!
Description: In order to ensure high-quality patient care and optimize revenue streams, it is essential for physicians to master Chronic Care Management (CCM), Principal Care Management (PCM), and appropriate utilization and documentation of G2211. This session is specifically designed to equip the biller with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to effectively guide or assist in implementing along with understand the billing mechanisms. Attendees will receive comprehensive guidance and practical insights to help them navigate the nuances of CCM, PCM, and G2211, to accurately capture revenue.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of Chronic Care Management (CCM), Principal Care Management (PCM), and G2211 coding and their importance in revenue optimization.
- Identify eligible patients and qualifying criteria for CCM and PCM services.
- Explore strategies for effectively implementing and integrating CCM and PCM services into clinical workflows.
Session 3B: "Establishing AI Integration in Medical Billing: Prioritizing Security & Compliance With A Crawl, Walk, Run Approach"
Speaker: Dan Loch, President of EZClaim and Andy Hicks, Business Information Security Officer
Description: Join EZClaim, a leading medical billing software provider, to uncover how you can jump-start your AI medical billing journey with strategies and solutions to include security and data integrity. Tackle these challenges and concepts with EZClaim’s President, Dan Loch and Business Information Security Officer, Andy Hicks, as they provide a crawl, walk, run approach to ensure you keep your team and practice secure and compliant by reducing your risk factors and enabling IT security practices to find the best fit for you and your team.
Session 3C: "Dispelling the Myths of Medical Billing"
Speaker: Sherry Sanford, President of Infinite Revenue Medical Billing, LLC
Description: Many people think a career in medical billing is a quick way to make a lot of money sitting at home. But is that all there is to it? What do you need to know to truly be considered a medical biller?
Session 4A: "The Importance of Correct Diagnosis Coding"
Speaker: Alicia Scott, CPC, CPC-I, CRC, Director of Education at Certification Coaching Organization
Description: For a decade I have been stating, "We code for statistical purposes; it happens to be a convenient way to get paid." We will unpack what this truly means for our health industry.
Session 4B: "Telehealth Changes in Today’s World"
Speaker: Marion Salwin CPC, CRC, COC, CPC-I, Consultant, AAPC Approved Educator, Virtual Instructor Lead Teacher
Description: Documenting, coding, billing, and reimbursement in 2024 for telehealth services may be a challenge. Learn how to overcome common mistakes that are made when it comes to services provided using audio and visual technology in a physician/advance practice provider office. Discover codes to assign that can support patient care beyond the end of the pandemic extension (12/31/2024) utilizing technology. Tools, tips, and regulatory guidance will be included in this deep dive discussion!
Session 4C: "Overview – A Beginners Guide to Billing for Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA)"
Speaker: Sue Butler CPC, CPB, CIMC, CAWC, Co-Manager of Accident Fund of America, Medical Bill Review Department
Description: Key things to know before you bill for MVA related services. Does your office accept patients injured in an auto-accident?
If so, contact the insurance carrier and obtain:
- The claim numbers.
- Name and contact information for the adjuster on the claim.
- Confirm the mailing address where bills are to be sent.
- Verify what information needs to be sent with the bill for review.
- Does the patient have health insurance and auto insurance? If so, which insurance is primary (billed first).
- Recommend that the office call both the health insurance and auto insurance and document a summary of your conversation with the insurance representative (date/person you spoke with, reference number for the call and what they said).
- If the patient does not have health insurance and does not have auto insurance, how does the patient plan to pay their bill?
3:45pm - Giveaways & Closing Remarks |
Price for Expo Registrations are the following:
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Members - $229
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Non-Members - $279
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Student Discount Available - Please Call 855-360-3401. (Proof of student status is required.)
*All registrations are non-refundable: in certain situations, a substitution may be allowed. Please contact the MMBA office for more information at info@mmbaonline.org
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VENDOR/SPONSORSHIP REGISTRATION FOR 2024 IS FULL!THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!! VENDOR/SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: |
| Level | Cost | Benefits |
| Gold | $750 |
- Premium placement of table/booth (Limit 2 booth attendants with meals included.) |
| Silver | $600 | - Table/ Booth (Limit 2 booth attendants with meals included.) - Sign with logo displayed near registration table. - Half page acknowledgement in on-site program - Special thanks in our online newsletter (to include link to your website) - Plus, all benefits of the Pre-promotion Sponsorship |
| Bronze | $450 | - Table/Booth (Limit 2 for booth attendants with meals included.) - Quarter Page acknowledgement in on-site program - Plus, all benefits of the Pre-promotion Sponsorship |
| Pre-Promotion | $250 | - Pre-event promotion via Social Media and member emails - Your logo as part of the placeholder; slide that is displayed prior to the start of the Expo - An introduction of you as our sponsor at the beginning of the Expo. |
| Additional: | $750 | Breakfast Sponsor |
| $1,000 | Lunch Sponsor | |
| $750 | Snack Break Sponsor | |
| $750 | Expo Brochure Sponsor | |
| $1000 | Name Badge Sponsor | |
| $250 | 1/4 Page Ad in Expo Brochure ONLY |
REGISTRATION FOR VENDORS IS FULL! THANK YOU!!!!
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