Coding for the Pediatric Practice 2026

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Presents

Cracking the Code 2026: Pediatric Coding Strategies That Protect & Grow Revenue

Speaker: Linda D. Parsi MD, MBA, CPEDC, FAAP

* Linda Parsi, MD disclosed that she is a speaker for Mead Johnson Speakers Bureau and owner of PEDS MD Company.

This program is only offered as a live, in-person event. Limit 100 participants.

Desired Learned Outcomes

After completing this course, you should be able to:

1. Engage providers to code to the fullest extent while implementing medical decision making and 2026 changes for CPT, ICD-10, HCPCs and NDC.
2. Recognize and implement strategies for optimal well visit, telehealth and mental health diagnosis coding.
3. Apply best practice strategy for planning and preparing for claims audit.

Target Audience

Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Medical Assistants, Billers, Office Managers

Credit and Designation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.  The American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AAP designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity is acceptable for a maximum of 4.0 AAP credits. These credits can be applied toward the AAP CME/CPD Award available to Fellows and Candidate Members of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

PAs may claim a maximum of 4.0 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM from organizations accredited by the ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Registration 

Cost:  $185

An Admission fee will be assessed at the time of making the reservation. A 48-hour cancellation policy will be in effect to receive a full refund. 

PLEASE REGISTER BY April 17, 2026

NO WALK-IN REGISTRATION OR PAYMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED

You are encouraged to bring a laptop or tablet to access the presentations during the event.  Presentation hand-outs will not be available at the meeting.

Agenda

To ensure time to cover all the program content, we kindly ask that questions be held until the designated Q&A sessions rather than during the presentation. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Questions?

For questions, registration or payment options please contact Eugene Enriquez, eenriquez@luriechildrens.org,  312.227.7094