About the SCSHA Spring Workshop
Thursday March 5, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM eastern
Dollars and Sense Part 2: Taking Action Beyond the Basics (Virtual - Synchronous)
Intermediate Level
0.3 ASHA CEUs
This session was designed to provide training on advanced billing, reimbursement, and entrepreneurial practice management strategies in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, serving as a continuation of Part I presented at the 2026 SCSHA Annual Conference. Specifically discussed will be application of complex third-party payor systems across medical and educational environments; comprehensive review of payer contracting and credentialing processes, including in-depth guidance on credentialing with South Carolina’s Healthy Connections Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs); critical analysis of reimbursement methodologies and fee schedule structures; regulatory compliance and documentation frameworks to substantiate medical necessity and mitigate denials; revenue cycle optimization and audit readiness; and strategic implementation planning for clinicians seeking to enhance financial sustainability, diversify service delivery models, or establish and successfully operate an independent private practice.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
1. Analyze and apply third-party payor requirements, including South Carolina Healthy Connections MCO credentialing processes, to successfully initiate and maintain payer enrollment.
2. Develop and implement compliant documentation and reimbursement strategies that substantiate medical necessity, reduce claim denials, and optimize financial sustainability within clinical practice settings.
Time Ordered Agenda
TIME ORDERED AGENDA
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Time
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Session
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Details / Activities
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5:30 – 5:40 PM
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Introduction and Course Overview
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Review of Part I, goals for Part II, participant introductions, expectations
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5:40 – 6:10 PM
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Advanced Third-Party Payor Systems and Reimbursement Methodologies
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Lecture with real-world examples; interactive polling on common payor challenges
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6:10 – 7:20 PM
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Credentialing and Contracting with South Carolina Healthy Connections MCOs
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Step-by-step walkthrough of enrollment; hands-on review of sample enrollment documents; small-group troubleshooting of credentialing pitfalls; Q&A
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7:20 – 7:50 PM
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Documentation Strategies to Establish Medical Necessity and Reduce Denials
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Review of sample documentation; interactive exercise rewriting case notes to meet payer expectations
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7:50 – 8:10 PM
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Compliance Considerations and Audit Preparedness
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Mini case studies on compliance issues; group discussion on audit readiness strategies
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8:10 – 8:30 PM
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Case Application and Practice Implementation Strategies
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Apply concepts to a “mock patient scenario”; share strategies for integrating billing, documentation, and credentialing into practice workflows
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What Will it Cost to Participate
(fee includes a bonus asychronous introductory level session to help you prepare for the 3-hour Workshop)
Current Voting, Non-Voting, and Life Members - don't forget to sign in first before starting registration to receive your discounted member registration!
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Not a member of SCSHA? You can join during course registration and receive the member rate on your registration. It's a no-brainer! SCSHA Voting Memebership $115 + SCSHA Member Course Registration $150 = $265.00 SCSHA Membership allows you access to benefits and discounts for the remainder of 2026 and will help SCSHA in support of our advocacy efforts. *full payment is required at time of registration
Instructional Personnel
Lori-Ann Ferraro, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Over the Rainbow Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC
Dr. Lori-Ann Ferraro began her career as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) in the public school setting as the Local Assistive Technology Specialist (LATS). She transitioned her career to a large academic medical center’s outpatient rehabilitation center, where she provided clinical services, coordinated the outpatient speech-language pathology program, and supervised numerous graduate students. Her experience as a clinical instructor sparked her passion for clinical education.
Instructional Personnel Disclosures:
Financial: Lori-Ann Ferraro is currently employed at the Medical University of South Carolina and receives a salary for her role as such. Additionally, she is the owner of Over the Rainbow Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC. The presenter has no other relevant financial relationship to disclose.
Nonfinancial: The presenter has no relevant nonfinancial relationship to disclose.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Please note that all registrations are final. Due to the digital nature of this course and immediate access to course materials, we are unable to offer refunds, cancellations, or transfers once enrollment has been completed.
Free Bonus Asynchronous Course Description (Virtual)
Dollars and Sense: Billing Basics in SLP
Introductory Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs
To lay the foundation and perpare for the 3-hour Workshop on March 5, you will receive access to a 1-hour asychronous virtual session.
This session is designed to provide training on a foundational overview of billing practices in speech-language pathology across a variety of settings and help you get ready for deeper learning during the live workshop. The course is designed to help clinicians build confidence in navigating basic billing procedures while maintaining compliance with payer guidelines and professional standards.. Specifically discussed was key terminology in billing such as, common billing codes, documentation requirements, and ethical considerations.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
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Describe basic documentation practices required to support accurate and ethical billing.
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Apply foundational billing knowledge to sample clinical scenarios to determine appropriate coding and billing procedures.
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