Tune in as Dr. Torre Halscott presents part 6 of the MFM Fellow "Bootcamp" - Critical Care Basics.

Tune in as Dr. Catherine Albright presents part 5 of the MFM Fellow "Bootcamp" - Cardio-Pulmonary Basics.

During part four of the MFM Fellow Bootcamp, Dr. Joshua Nitsche will introduce the basic psychomotor skills needed to perform ultrasound guided procedures, such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, safely and successfully

During this presentation, participants will be able to: 

• Describe how the relationship between the probe orientation and needle insertion site during an ultrasound guided invasive procedure influences how and where the needle will appear on the ultrasound screen.
• Demonstrate how to select a needle insertion site, locate the needle after insertion, and purposefully guide the needle toward the intended target on a homemade task trainer.
• Practice the core guidance skills common to all ultrasound guided procedures using novel targeting tasks

Dr. Nitsche will cover foundational skills required for all ultrasound guided invasive procedures. This will be a hands-on simulation session where participants follow along with Dr. Nitsche as he demonstrates these skills virtually.  This session requires that a homemade task trainer, made for readily available materials, be constructed at least 2 weeks beforehand. 

To participate in the simulation it will require you to purchase some materials and build a small model. Step-by-step instructions can be found below:

Targeting Model Instructions
Supply List
Video Demonstration

Course Description: 

This course is designed to enhance understanding of proper billing and coding practices. Topics will include Basics of Coding, Ultrasound Coding, Evaluation and Management, Diabetes Management, Updates in Telehealth and Remote Monitoring, Consultations, Co-Management, and Transfer of Care, Modifiers, and more. This course is aimed at maternal-fetal medicine clinicians, coders, fellows, and practice managers, encompassing a range of early-career to experienced professionals.

This live online course will be held on November 14-15, 2025. Agenda is below. Registrants will also have access to the recording and slides after the sessions. 

Learning Objectives: 

1. Apply current coding guidelines for ICD-10 and CPT to common MFM clinical encounters, including inpatient and outpatient services.
2. Differentiate between consultations, co-management, and transfer of care, and assign appropriate codes in each scenario.
3. Use modifiers correctly to reflect clinical complexity, shared services, and supervision of residents or fellows.
4. Implement accurate coding for MFM-specific services, including ultrasound, diabetes management, delivery services, and procedures.
5. Incorporate emerging coding updates, such as shared-split services and telehealth/remote patient monitoring, into daily practice.
6. Strengthen coding accuracy and confidence by engaging in interactive case discussions and faculty Q&A to address practice-specificquestions.

Course Agenda: 

Dates and agenda are subject to change. Times listed are in Eastern Time (ET). For questions, contact Mackenzie Smith. 

Day 1: Friday, November 14, 2025 (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET) 

12:00-12:30 PM: Welcome, Course Introduction and Coding Resources (Stephen Bacak, DO; Trisha Malisch, CCS-P, CPC, COBGC; Barbra Fisher, MD, PhD)
12:30-1:15 PM: Basics of Coding, ICD, and CPT (Brad Hart, MBA, MS, CPC, CPMA, COBGC)
1:15-2:00 PM: E/M- Outpatient and Inpatient Services (Trisha Malisch, CCS-P, CPC, COBGC) 
2:00-2:15 PM: Break 
2:15-3:00 PM: Consultations, Co-Management, and Transfer of Care (Trisha Malisch, CCS-P, CPC, COBGC) 
3:00-4:00 PM: Common Coding Questions & Open Panel Discussion (Come with your practice questions prepared!) (All Course Faculty)

Day 2: Saturday, November 15, 2025 (11:00 AM - 4:30 PM ET)

11:00-11:30 AM:  Modifiers (Trisha Malisch, CCS-P, CPC, COBGC) 
11:30-12:30 PM: Ultrasound Coding (Brad Hart, MBA, MS, CPC, CPMA, COBGC)
12:30-12:45 PM: Q&A (All Course Faculty)
12:45-1:15 PM: Lunch Break
1:15-1:45 PM: Breakout Sessions
-- -- Session 1: Shared-Split Services (Trisha Malisch, CCS-P, CPC, COBGC) 
-- -- Session 2: Delivery Services (Barbra Fisher, MD, PhD)
-- -- Session 3: MFM Coding When Working with Residents and Fellows (Stephen Bacak, DO)
1:45-2:15 PM: Coding for Diabetes Services (Brad Hart, MBA, MS, CPC, CPMA, COBGC)
2:15-2:45 PM: MFM Procedure Coding (Brad Hart, MBA, MS, CPC, CPMA, COBGC)
2:45-3:00 PM: Break 
3:00-3:30 PM: Remote Patient Monitoring & Telehealth (Brad Hart, MBA, MS, CPC, CPMA, COBGC)
3:30-4:30 PM: Common Coding Questions and Open Panel Discussion (Come with your practice questions prepared!) (All Course Faculty)

Continuing Medical Education Credits

Credit Statements

The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

SMFM designates this other activity (hybrid format) for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This program meets AAPC guidelines for 8.0 CEUs. 

Descriptoin:

Join us for this MFM Fellow Lecture Series session focused on professional growth and involvement during fellowship and beyond. Speakers will share practical insights on leadership, advocacy, QAPI, DEI, and navigating fellowship experiences. 

The session will be held live and recorded for on-demand viewing on the SMFM website.

Presenters: 

Ahmed Zaki Moustafa, MD 

Hayley Miller, MD 

Martha Tesfalul, MD

Description 

Join cardio-obstetric experts in a quarterly case review aimed to develop your knowledge and skills in diagnosing and managing complex cardio-obstetric patients.  This interactive Socratic discussion is based on a unique case presented by MFM and cardiology fellows. The hour-long session includes a case presentation followed by expert-led questioning and analysis. Audience participation is encouraged.

The next session, presented by the University of Texas Health San Antonio, will take place on October 22, 2025, at 4 PM ET and will focus on Severe Pulmonary Valve Stenosis in Pregnancy.

Presenter information 

Alixandria Pfeiffer, DO (Lead presenter) 

MFM Fellow, PGY-VII 

University of Texas Health San Antonio Department of OB/GYN, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Oxana Zarudskaya, MD, PhD, RDMS 

MFM Faculty

ProMedica Toledo Hospital, Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Patrick Ramsey, MD, MSPH-MFM 

MFM Faculty/Professor, Vice-Chair of Inpatient Obstetrics 

University of Texas Health San Antonio Department of OB/GYN, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Chirag Buch, MD 

Cardiology Fellow, PGY-VI 

University of Texas Health San Antonio Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Disease

Mahammad Hussain, MD  

Anesthesia Faculty/Associate Professor

University of Texas Health San Antonio Department of Anesthesiology

How to submit a case 

If you would like to submit a case to be presented, you can do so at this link. 

Description 

The Clinical Management of Achondroplasia: Take a closer look at achondroplasia with a clinical expert.

Learning Objectives 

• Examine the underlying cause of inhibited bone growth in achondroplasia 
• Explore management options, including the latest international treatment guidelines
• Discover support and resources available to your patients  

Speaker 

Amrit Bhangoo, MD 

Pediatric Endocrinologist 

Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)

This webinar is independently developed and presented by BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. 

About the Industry-Supported Virtual Forums

The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s (SMFM) Industry-Supported Virtual Forum Series allows companies to share educational content and product-related information relevant to the maternal-fetal medicine community. These sessions are independently developed and are not certified for CME credit.

Disclaimer: The content of this independent presentation is neither endorsed nor supported by SMFM and does not represent official SMFM guidelines. It is offered to SMFM members for informational purposes only.

Tune in as Dr. Shani Delaney presents part 3 of the MFM Fellow "Bootcamp" - Resources for Learning the Detailed Anatomy Scan. 

This lecture will provide fellows with ultrasound educational resources for the detailed OB anatomic survey, and review the SMFM Ultrasound Curriculum for MFM fellows.

Dr. Cara Heuser, Dr. Leilah Zahedi-Spung, and Dr. Nisha Verma present MFM Fellow Lecture: Building Evidence-Based Skills for Effective Conversations about Abortion. 

This was only hosted live, but they can find information about the full training on the ACOG website: https://www.acog.org/programs/impact/activities-initiatives/building-evidence-based-skills-for-effective-conversations-about-abortion