2025 LAEPS Sponsored

 Ophthalmology Coding Course Recording

Presented by Mary Pat Johnson

Corcoran Consulting Group

What’s New for 2025: In this session, we’ll cover changes in Medicare rates, new and revised CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes, the revised FTC Eyeglass Rule and 2025 changes to affecting MA plans, telemedicine and the MIPS program

•  Medicare Utilization Information. In this session we share the latest Medicare benchmarks and review how to do an analysis of your practice patterns.
• Scrutiny on Modifiers CMS Certain modifiers get more attention from payors than others. In this session we will review the frequently used modifiers, when they should be used and how they impact claims for reimbursement.
• Focus on Retina (short session) In this session we will discuss billing for injectable medications and dealing with the unusual practice patterns we see in retina practices
• Focus on Glaucoma (short session) In this session we will discuss some of the recent policy changes related to glaucoma surgery procedures.

If you have any questions contact LAEPS Executive Director Cindy Bishop at 225 933 5435 or cindy.bishop@checkmate-strategies.com

In Case You Missed It  

2025 LAEPS Sponsored

 Ophthalmology Coding Course Recording

Presented by Mary Pat Johnson

Corcoran Consulting Group

What’s New for 2025:

In this 3.5 hour recording, we will cover changes in Medicare rates, new and revised CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes, the revised FTC Eyeglass Rule and 2025 changes to affecting MA plans, telemedicine and the MIPS program

•  Medicare Utilization Information. In this session we share the latest Medicare benchmarks and review how to do an analysis of your practice patterns.
• Scrutiny on Modifiers CMS Certain modifiers get more attention from payors than others. In this session we will review the frequently used modifiers, when they should be used and how they impact claims for reimbursement.
• Focus on Retina (short session) In this session we will discuss billing for injectable medications and dealing with the unusual practice patterns we see in retina practices
• Focus on Glaucoma (short session) In this session we will discuss some of the recent policy changes related to glaucoma surgery procedures.

The cost of the recording is only $350 

If you have any questions contact LAEPS Executive Director Cindy Bishop at 225 933 5435 or cindy.bishop@checkmate-strategies.com

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons 

Greater New Orleans Regional Dinner Meeting

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

3232 N. Arnoult Street

Drago’s Restaurant

Metairie, Louisiana

6:30 PM Dinner 

Agenda

Welcome and LAEPS Update - 

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director & Lobbyist

Legal Hot Topics - Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Lisa Pretus, JD is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, reimbursement, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures.

Corporate Sponsor Recognition 

Closing Remarks and Adjournment  

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons 

Central Louisiana Regional Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Diamond Grill

Alexandria, Louisiana

6:30 PM Dinner 

Agenda

Welcome and LAEPS Update - Dr. Chad Norton, LAEPS President

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director & Lobbyist

Legal Hot Topics - Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Corporate Sponsor Recognition – Dr. Eric Reish, Board Member

Closing Remarks and Adjournment 

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons 

Acadiana Regional Dinner Meeting

Wednesday October 8, 2025

 Ruffino's on the River

921 Camellia Blvd.

Lafayette, Louisiana

6:30 PM Dinner 

Agenda

Welcome  - Dr. Jay Culotta, LAEPS Immediate Past President

2025 Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director & Lobbyist

Legal Hot Topics - Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Corporate Sponsor Recognition – Dr. Anu Desai, Board Member

Closing Remarks and Adjournment 

Lisa Pretus is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures. She practices in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor, contact Ms. Bishop at 225 933 5435. 

  Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons 

Bayou Regional Meeting

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Fremin’s Restaurant

402 W Third Street

Thibodaux, Louisiana 

6:30 PM  

Agenda

Welcoming Remarks - Dr. Jared Thurston

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director

Legal Update - Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Lisa Pretus, Esquire is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures. She practices in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Corporate Sponsor Recognition - Cindy Bishop 

Closing Remarks and Adjournment

If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor please call or text Cindy @ 225 933 5435.

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons 

Southwest Louisiana Regional Dinner Meeting

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 

Lake Charles, Louisiana

                            6:00 PM Dinner

Agenda

LAEPS Welcome - Dr Donald Falgoust, Southwest Board Rep

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director 

Legal Hot Topics for Ophthalmologists - Lisa Pretus, Esquire 

Lisa Pretus, Esquire is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures. She practices in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Corporate Sponsor Recognition - Cindy Bishop  

If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor, please call or text Cindy Bishop at 225 933 5435.

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons  

Greater Baton Rouge Regional Meeting

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Ruffino's Restaurant

18811 Highland Road

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

6:30 PM Dinner 

Agenda

Welcoming Remarks - Dr. Adam Janot, GBR Board Rep.  

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director

Legal Hot Topics -  Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Lisa Pretus, Esquire is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures. She practices in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Corporate Sponsor Recognition -  Cindy Bishop 

Closing Remarks and Adjournment 

If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor, please call or text Cindy Bishop at 225 933 5435.

Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons  

Northwest Louisiana Regional Meeting

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 

Ernest New Orleans

6:30 PM Dinner 

Agenda

Welcome and Introductions  - Dr. John Hinrichsen, Board representative  

Legislative Update - Cindy Bishop, Executive Director

Legal Hot Topics -  Lisa Pretus, Esquire

Lisa Pretus, Esquire is a board-certified health lawyer experienced in general healthcare law, physician employment, recruitment, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and the development of joint ventures. She practices in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Corporate Sponsor Recognition -  Cindy Bishop 

Closing Remarks and Adjournment 

If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor, contact Ms. Bishop at 225 933 5435.