San Diego, CA | June 6th-8th, 2025

Whether you attend in person or join us virtually, this immersive retreat is your opportunity to level up your skills with insight from top industry experts. You'll gain practical strategies in Compliance, Security, Hands-on E/M Coding, Leadership, and Career Development to strengthen your career and improve organizational efficiency.

🌊 A Retreat with Purpose

Step away from the daily grind and immerse yourself in a transformative learning experience designed for medical billing, coding, and administrative professionals. This retreat is your chance to deepen your expertise, earn premium CEUs, and connect with peers and mentors who share your passion for excellence in healthcare operations.

📍 Learning by the Sea

Hosted on the breathtaking campus of Point Loma University, this retreat combines world-class education with the relaxing, inspiring backdrop of the California coast. Between sessions, soak in the ocean views, reflect on your growth, and return home refreshed—with new tools and a clearer path forward in your career.

🚀 Grow, Connect, and Lead

Whether you're advancing within your role, exploring certifications beyond AAPC, or simply seeking community with others who “get it,” this retreat offers more than knowledge—it offers real connection. Expect interactive sessions, meaningful networking, and access to industry leaders ready to support your next step.

What’s Included:

• Dynamic and Interactive Education Sessions

• Daily Breakfast and Lunch (In-Person Attendees)

• Inspiring Group Activities

• Opportunities to connect with peers and leaders in the field.

Check-in: Friday, June 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 5:00 PM

📍 Conference Location: Point Loma Nazarene University
🕓 Registration: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PST
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Choose your experience—in-person or hybrid—and invest in your professional growth!

~ Retreat payments are NON-REFUNDABLE, but are transferable.

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Friday, June 6

• 7:30 PM – 9 PM | I’m Certified, Now what? – Beth Schleeper

  • We will discuss the different avenues for coders and billers to explore once they are certified

Saturday, June 7

• 7:00 AM | Breakfast

• 8:00 AM -9:15 AM | Compliance in the Revenue Cycle – Beth Schleeper

  • Explore the critical role of compliance in the medical revenue cycle, examining regulatory frameworks, common challenges, and best practices for healthcare organizations

• 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM | Elements of an Effective Compliance Program - Christine Hall (VIRTUAL SESSION)

  • Establishing a strong compliance program isn't just a best practice—it's essential to protecting your organization from legal risk, financial penalties, and reputational harm. In this must-attend session, we’ll break down the seven fundamental elements of an effective healthcare compliance program, as outlined by the OIG, and explore how to implement them in real-world settings.

• 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM | Medicare Fee Schedule - Ruby Woodward (VIRTUAL SESSION)

  • The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) is the foundation of how providers are reimbursed for services—but navigating its complexities can be a challenge

• 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | Lunch

• 1:15 PM - 2:30 PM | Speaker TBA

• 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Auditing Office E/M Under 2023 Guidelines - Linda Hallstrom

  • We’ll look at clinical documentation and how it holds up under the new 2021 E/M guidelines. We’ll discuss some of the areas that have proven to be tricky or maybe that we need to think about a little differently. Come prepared to interact and have a good time!

Sunday, June 8

• 7:00 AM | Breakfast

• 8:00 AM- 9:15 AM | Conflict Resolution - Rich Richey

  • Ever had to have a "tough" conversation? We will go over some ways to have those critical conversations

• 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM | E /M and Surgical Modifiers - Linda Hallstrom

  • E /M and Surgical Modifiers are added to CPT codes to provide additional information about the procedure performed or service provided. They tell the story of the patient encounter. Some modifiers are informational while others impact reimbursement. We'll learn the financial impact, documentation requirements, and proper sequencing for E/M and surgical modifiers.

• 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM | Legal Aspects of Healthcare - Robert Kiesecker

  • The healthcare revenue cycle is a complex process involving various stages from patient registration to reimbursement. Understanding the legal implications at each stage is crucial for healthcare providers to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

• 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | Lunch

• 1:15 PM - 2:30 PM | The Business of Medicine:  The Top 10 Legal and Regulatory Risks Faced by Coders and Billers | Robert Liles

  • During this session, Robert Liles will discuss the current regulatory, civil, and criminal risk areas facing coders and billers nationwide. He will also discuss recent prosecutions of billing companies and their staff.  He will close by covering steps that you can take to reduce your level of risk.

• 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Pick A Brain - Beth Schleeper

  • Panel to answer any and all questions remaining

• 5:00 PM | Check Out