TMJ: How it Works, How it Gets Injured, How it Gets Fixed

Course Objectives:

• Describe the anatomy and function of the TMJ
• Define the terms TMJ and TMD and learn how to recognize symptoms and possible treatment based upon those symptoms
• Identify normal parameters of TMJ and identify common TMJ injuries that occur in work place
• Review treatment options and implications both long and short term
• Identify pre-existing issues that could contribute to diagnosis and treatment of TMJ
• Identify different kinds of insurance coding for reimbursement and the use for each type
• Identify surgical treatment and the indication for surgery based upon symptoms and/or diagnosis
• Identify possible claim closure time and costs based upon symptoms and diagnosis

Presenter:

Leigh Kuhns, CRDH, Manager, Clinical Services (Dental)

1 CE hour approved for:

• Nursing: RN, LPN, ARNP, CNA nationwide
• Nursing Certifications: CCM, CRC and CDMS nationwide
• Adjuster: AK, AL, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, KY, LA, MS, MT, NC, NH, NM, NV, OK, OR, TX, UT
• CA Adjuster: WC Post-Designation
• AAPC: American Academy of Professional Coders 
• FL OT

1 CE hour pending for:

• FL PT
• Adjuster: MN