Spots are still available.
Register now
Register and Pay for 2026 CAEPS Codequest
We look forward to seeing you there!
Codequest Seminar 2026
Friday, March 27, 2026
8:00 AM – 12:15 PM (Pacific Time)
includes 15 min break
Online via Zoom
A Zoom link will be sent 48 hours prior to the meeting
Codequest™
Codequest™ provides expert coding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.
Ophthalmologists and their staff play a crucial role in patient care and in maintaining the financial health of their practice. Join the most knowledgeable coding experts in ophthalmology for four hours of professional education essential to your success. The session maps out the latest critical updates, reviews key competencies, crosswalks to all subspecialties, and guides you toward effective solutions for appropriately maximizing reimbursements.
Developed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Codequest is the most effective way to protect your practice from claim denials and audit recoupments.
Who Should Attend
The entire ophthalmic practice team, including physicians, technicians, scribes, billers and coders, compliance officers, front desk staff, and administrators.
Topics for the Four‑Hour Session
2026 Coding Updates
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule changes, including an E/M and Eye visit code comparison and essential payer policy updates.
Connect with the “Why”
Understand how coding knowledge improves efficiencies, strengthens compliance, and drives real‑world outcomes.
Own Your Audit Strategy
Stay ahead of payer scrutiny related to modifier 25 and down‑coding. Strengthen documentation and turn audit insights into accountable action.
To Bill or Not to Bill
Make confident billing decisions with practical examples from current hot topics, ensuring compliance and patient trust.
Coding Competency Challenge
Test your skills and gain expert insights into frequently encountered coding questions to enhance your expertise and improve outcomes.
Have a Specific Coding Conundrum
Bring your questions to Codequest when you attend in person.
You may also email questions in advance to codequest@aao.org to receive guidance on your personal coding challenges.
CME & CE Information
CME Designation Statement — Virtual (Live)
The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this internet live activity for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
CME Designation Statement — Recording
The American Academy of Ophthalmology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Additional CE Information
AAPC will honor 1.0‑for‑1.0 CEUs for any event offering AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
This program has been submitted to IJCAHPO for consideration of CE credit.
CEU credits are not available for distance‑learning or recorded courses.
Attendance Eligibility
Attendance is limited to members of the Academy, AAOE, and/or state ophthalmological societies, as well as individuals directly employed by these members.
Americans with Disabilities Act Statement
PAO supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a specific accommodation or service to participate in a Codequest coding course, please contact Heather Wilson at CAeyeMDs@aol.com,
About Your Codequest Instructor
Matthew Baugh, MHA, COT, OCS, OCSR
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Matthew Baugh serves as the Academy’s manager of coding and clinical teams. His leadership experience includes compliance oversight, internal audits, quality‑improvement initiatives, clinical operations, and reimbursement optimization. His clinical background spans roles as an optician, scribe, technician, and ophthalmic technician supervisor. He is also a contributing author to the Academy’s coding resources and educational materials.
Customer Service
Contact CAeyeMDs@aol.com ifyou have any questions or concerns. Checks will be accepted but please contact us before mailing so you can be registered. You may also reach out to 888.812.2377.
