Oncology Coding Break – Hematopoietic Malignancies

This highly anticipated session offers a deep dive into hematopoietic malignancies, with a comprehensive exploration of myeloproliferative and lymphoid lineage neoplasms. The presentation begins by covering essential anatomy and medical terminology, designed to simplify the process of navigating complex pathology reports. To support you further, we’ve provided a Glossary of Terms as a convenient reference for tackling these challenging cases. The session guides participants through Myeloproliferative…

Oncology Coding Break – Female Reproductive System Part 3: Cervix Uteri

The September Oncology Coding Break is Part 3 of a 4 Part Series on the Female Reproductive System. This month, we will focus on the Cervix Uteri. To get things started, Melissa Meador, ph.D., ODS-C will discuss cervix anatomy, with a particular focus on the type of cells that make up the cervix and the endocervix, as well as explain the transitional zone. Then, Melissa will…

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Oncology Coding Break – Female Reproductive System Part 2: Uterus and Fallopian Tube Anatomy and Staging Guidance

The August Oncology Coding Break is Part 2 of a 4 Part Series on the Female Reproductive System. This month, we will focus on Fallopian Tube and Uterus. Abstracting GYN primaries can be difficult, especially if there is confusion around anatomy. Melissa Meador, Ph.D., ODS-C lends her expertise to explain the uterus, including the fundus, endometrium, myometrium, and serosa. Have you ever wondered exactly what the…

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Oncology Coding Break – Female Reproductive System Part 1: Ovary Anatomy and Staging Guidance

The July Oncology Coding Break is Part 1 of a 4 Part Series on the Female Reproductive System.  This month, we will focus on ovary. Abstracting ovarian primaries can be a challenge, due to the complex nature of the female pelvis and nearby organs.  Melissa Meador, Ph.D., ODS-C lends her expertise to explain the true pelvis and it’s contents, the pelvic brim, the false pelvis and…

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