Washington Academy of Eye Physicians & Surgeons in collaboration with American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives Presents:Codequest™ and Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding provides expert coding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, WACoding Doesn't Get Easier so Professionals Get Better!
Register OnlineOphthalmologists and their staff all play a crucial role in patient care and your practice's financial health. Join the most knowledgeable coding experts in ophthalmology for six hours of professional coding education essential to your success. We’ll map out the latest critical updates, review key competencies, crosswalk to all subspecialties, and steer you towards successful solutions for appropriately maximizing reimbursements. Developed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Codequest and Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding is the best way to protect your practice from claim denials and audit recoupments. Who should attend?The entire ophthalmic practice team, including the physicians, technicians, scribes, billers and coders, compliance officers, front desk team, and administrators. Topics for Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding (3-hour course)
Topics for Codequest (3-hour course)
ScheduleSession 1: Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding
Session 2: Codequest 2026
Registration Fees (per person)
Cancellation PolicyCancellations received in writing by February 20, 2026, will receive a full refund minus a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made after that date. No exceptions. If your practice needs to substitute a different employee for a paid registrant from your practice, those changes may be made up to the day of the program. Contact our office for assistance. Call 206-956-3648 or email: [email protected] Have a specific coding conundrum?Email questions to [email protected] before the course and get answers to your personal coding challenges You Can't Afford to Miss Codequest 2026!Register TodayHotel ReservationsA discounted room is available at the nearby Marriott Seattle/Bellevue at $220 per night until the WAEPS meeting room block is full. Please visit the Marriot booking page to secure your reservations: Book your group rate for WA Academy of Eye Physicians & Surgeons Room Block Please note: the last day to book a room at this discounted rate is Wednesday, February 14, 2026. Attendance Eligibility RequirementsAttendance is limited to members of the Academy, AAOE, and/or state ophthalmological societies and individuals directly employed by these members. Americans with Disabilities Act StatementWAEPS supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. Should you require a specific accommodation or service to facilitate your participation in a Codequest coding course, please send a message to Amanda Miller at [email protected]. About Your Codequest InstructorJoy Woodke, COE, OCS, OCSR
Ms. Woodke is the Academy’s director of coding and reimbursement. Her 30+ years of experience in ophthalmology includes all aspects of practice management, accounting, coding and billing. She is the author of The Profitable Retina Practice series, a contributing author of the Academy coding product line and provides private consultation services. Ms. Woodke is a recipient of the Academy's Secretariat and Achievement Awards.
About Your Codequest ModeratorMichael Gilbert, MD is the WAEPS Coding Seminar Chair and Moderator. Dr Gilbert has co-authored the original AAO Ophthalmic Coding Specialist series and certification program. Register OnlineCME and CEU Credits AvailableThe American Academy of Ophthalmology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. CME Designation Statement for Fundamentals of Ophthalmic CodingThe American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this live activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. CME Designation Statement for CodequestThe American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this live activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AAPC will honor 1.0-for-1.0 CEUs for any event offering AMA PRA Category 1 credit™. This program has been submitted for consideration IJCAHPO CE credits. CEU credits not available for distance learning or recorded courses. For more information or questions Please contact the WAEPS office at 206-956-3648 or email [email protected] For Information about each of the other components of our annual meeting click below: Physician Scientific CME Program
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