2015 Annual Meeting - Minnesota Optometric Association

Minnesota’s Optometrists
OD Registration
Brochure
2015 Annual Meeting
February 5th - F e b r u a r y 7th * St. Paul , M N
Schedule -at-a-Glance
Thursday, February 5, 2015 (3 CEs)
12:00 noon
4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
MOA Board of Trustees Meeting
Registration Opens
1: Lab Testing: The Basics, Blair Lonsberry
Opening Reception
2B: Interactive Grand Rounds, Blair Lonsberry
Friday, February 6, 2015 (8 CEs)
7:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:40 a.m.
9:55 a.m.
11:35a.m.
2:00 p.m.
3:00 a.m.
3:00 pm.
4:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Registration Opens and Breakfast
3C: Peri-operative & Post-operative Control of Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery: A Practical and
Evidence-based Approach, Stephen Lane
4D: (CANNOT also register for 5E) Oral Pharmaceuticals in Ocular Surface Infection & Inflammation,
Blair Lonsberry
5E: (CANNOT also register for 4D) Presbyopia 2015, Ralph Chu
4D: CONTINUATION of 4D
Beverage Break
6F: Modern Corneal Surgery, Derek Louie
7G: Legends of the Posterior Segment, Blair Lonsberry
MOA Business Meeting and Lunch
8H: Scleral Lens Basics, Derek Louie
9J: Keratoplastys, Scott Hauswirth
10K: Integrating Scleral Lenses into Your Practice, Derek Louie
11M: Infectious Keratitis, Scott Hauswirth
Snack Break
12N: Research in MN − An Update of Clinical Trials Currently Available in Minnesota –
Sponsored by MNAAO
President’s Celebration Reception
On Your Own
Saturday, February 7, 2015 (7 CEs)
7:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
11:10 a.m.
12:00 noon
1:40 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
All information is subject to change without notice.
9:40 a.m.
10:10 a.m.
Registration Opens and Breakfast
Past President’s Breakfast
1P: ICD-10-CM Documentation Concepts to Ensure Success, Ana Bina
2Q: Blue Collar Billing & Coding: The Work Smarter, Not Harder Approach, Christopher Borgman
Break AND EXHIBITS
3R: HIPAA Omnibus, Security and Privacy Rules, Danika Brinda
4S: (CANNOT also register for 5T) Neuro, Optic Nerve and Orbit Brainteaser Cases, Christopher Borgman
5T: (CANNOT also register for 4S) Healthcare Reform and the Impact on Optometry Compliance, Medicare
Advantage and Accountable Care Organizations, Jon Weeding
4S: CONTINUATION of 4S
Lunch, Exhibits, Poster Session (1 CE Hour for Poster Session)
6V: Healthcare Reform: Compliance and Audit Update, Jon Weeding
7W: How Low Can You Go: Cataracts & Glaucoma, Justin Schweitzer
Break AND EXHIBITS
8X: HIPAA Security Risk Analysis, Ann Bina
9Y: A Room with a View … Medical Management of Glaucoma, Justin Schweitzer
10Z: Cloudy Funky Bow Tie: Cataracts and Irregular Astigmatism, Justin Schweitzer
VOSH-MN Annual Meeting
.
Meeting Highlights
The St. Paul RiverCentre
175 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102
651-265-4800 or www.rivercentre.org
Information on the surrounding community can be found at www.visitsaintpaul.com. Separate parking fees will apply.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown
A group rate of $129 single/double occupancy is being offered to attendees of the MOA 2015 Annual Meeting.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 12 noon. Reservations received after January 4th, 5 p.m., CST, will be
accepted on a space-available basis. Requests for reservations may be made by calling 877-834-3613 or go to the direct link to book
rooms at MN Optometrists Annual Conference. Separate parking fees will apply.
(Ctrl + Click on link to book reservations)
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 5, 2015
Gather with your colleagues at the Opening Reception at 6:00 p.m., where we will gather to reconnect with our peers.
Annual MOA Business Meeting: Friday, February 6, 2015
This meeting is only for MOA Members – Lunch will be provided for all others in another meeting room. At this annual meeting the
Trustees of the MOA Board will review the Annual Report, give an update & information on the 2014 legislative agenda, and nominate
& elect the MOA 2014-2015 Board of Trustees. The MOA Business Meeting will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
President’s Celebration Reception: Friday, February 6, 2015
Join us at 6:00 p.m. for this Family Fun Event to celebrate our new President and Board of Trustees members! Enjoy heavy hors d'
oeuvres, a cash bar, games and fun activities for the whole family. This is a great opportunity to unwind after a long day of education.
Remember, you must pre-register for this event ... we hope you will join us for the Celebration. Casual attire is all that is needed.
Exhibit Hall & Poster Session: Saturday, February 7, 2015
****NEW THIS YEAR****** The exhibit hall will be open all day on Saturday allowing you to meet with exhibitors during the extended
break times and while lunch is being served. Visit with the 2015 exhibitors, featuring the latest and greatest in ophthalmic equipment and
services and and walk through the Poster Session located just outside the Exhibit Hall.
Poster Session: Saturday, February 7, 2015 (1 Hour CE Credit)
If you are interested in submitting a poster for this year’s Poster Session, you can find details on the MOA website at
http://minnesota.aoa.org/ under the News You Can Use headline on the home page. Deadline to submit a poster is January 4, 2015.
VOSH Donations and Annual Meeting: Saturday, February 7, 2015
Remember to bring your donated eyewear and stop by the VOSH booth in the MOA Exhibit Hall. VOSH will hold its annual
meeting immediately following the last class on Saturday, February 7, 2015.
Going Green - ALL COURSE HANDOUTS WILL BE ONLINE ONLY!
There will be NO hard copies of the course handouts available at this meeting. For your convenience, Wi-Fi will be available
at the RiverCentre or you can download and print all handouts ahead of time if you need a paper copy.
Please note: All Speaker Bios are also now available online only.
OE TRACKER APP ! ! ! ! ! !
You can now keep track of your CE hours obtained at the MOA Annual Meeting on your iPhone or Android phone by downloading
the OE Tracker mobile app from ARBO. At the conclusion of each lecture, there will be a QR code that you can scan with your cell
phone and your hours will be immediately uploaded to your OE Tracker record. It is easy and the app is FREE and can be used by
anyone who has an OE TRACKER number. GO TO THE APP STORE or iTunes on your iPhone or go to Google Play on your Android
phone and search for ‘OE TRACKER’. Follow the instructions to download the app.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Course Descriptions
Thursday, February 5, 2015 (3 CEs)
5:00 p.m. to
5:50 p.m.
1A: Lab Testing: The Basics (38435-SD), Dr. Blair Lonsberry
This presentation will explore the various lab testing used in the diagnosis of systemic conditions that have
associated manifestations in the eye and ocular structures. Common ocular conditions and the associated
systemic diseases will be reviewed with an emphasis on what tests should be ordered and what the optometric
physician should know once the results are back.
6:00 p.m. to
7:00p.m.
Opening Reception
7:00 p.m. to
8:40 p.m.
2B: Interactive Grand Rounds (34260-SD), Dr. Blair Lonsberry
Critical to a clinician’s practice is the ability to diagnose and manage unique and interesting presentations of
“typical” ocular conditions, or to be able to diagnose a previously un-encountered condition. The following
lecture will utilize the latest in interactive technology to engage the audience while presenting patient cases
with unique presentations of ocular conditions. The course will focus on the clinician’s ability to analyze
and interpret the unique case presentation and provide appropriate management and treatment options.
Friday, February 6, 2015 (8 CEs)
7:00 a.m. to
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Open to all registered attendees. Start your day with a nutritious breakfast and have the opportunity to
network with your peers.
8:00 a.m. to
8:50 a.m.
3C: Peri-operative and Post-operative Control of Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery,
A Practical and Evidence-based Approach, Dr. Stephen Lane, MD
Inflammation after cataract surgery may cause decreased vision, discomfort and patient anxiety. This can be a
particular problem in patients who will be receiving an advanced technology IOL. This course discusses the
rational and methods of treating inflammation in the perioperative and postoperative period to achieve maximal
outcomes following cataract surgery.
8:00 a.m. to
9:40 a.m.
4D: (CANNOT also register for 5E) Oral Pharmaceuticals in Ocular Surface Infection & Inflammation,
(42831-OP), Dr. Blair Lonsberry
This interactive course examines the variety of ocular surface inflammatory and infectious conditions with a
particular emphasis on the use of oral pharmaceuticals in their treatment/management. Topic areas include
HSV keratitis, herpes zoster ophthalmicus, bacterial/allergic conjunctivitis, blepharitis/meibomian gland
disease and dry eye disease.
9:00 a.m. to
9:50 a.m.
5E: (CANNOT also register for 4D) Presbyopia 2015, Ralph Chu, MD
This course will introduce current concepts and techniques for the surgical treatment of presbyopia. New
technologies currently undergoing FDA clinical trials will also be introduced.
9:55 a.m. to
11:35 a.m.
6F: Modern Corneal Surgery, Dr.Derek Louie
New corneal surgery techniques will be discussed, including new methods of cornea transplantation, cornea
cross-linking, prosthetic corneal replacement and limbal stem cell transplantation. Referral recommendations
and post-operative complications will be discussed.
7G: Legends of the Posterior Segment (40819-PS), Dr. Blair Lonsberry
Optometric physicians are typically comfortable in the diagnosis and treatment of anterior segment conditions.
However, the posterior segment is often viewed with less confidence. This presentation will utilize the latest in
interactive technology to review a variety of common posterior segment conditions in a case based format.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Course Descriptions
Friday, February 6, 2015 (continued)
11:35 a.m. to
2:00 p.m.
MOA Business Meeting and Lunch for MOA Members
11:30 a.m. to
2:00 p.m.
Lunch for Non Member Attendees
2:00 p.m. to
2:50 p.m.
8H: Scleral Lens Basics, Dr. Derek Louie
The explosion of this contact lens design and modality over the last several years will be discussed. Evaluation
and management considerations, along with patient selection and fitting methods will be included in this lecture
for practitioners who are new to these novel lenses.
9J: Keratoplasty, Dr. Scott Hauswirth
This course presents information on managing different modalities of keratoplasty, including PK, DSEK,
and DSEK procedures. Included are co-management strategies and how to set proper surgical expectations
with patients.
3:00 p.m. to
3:50 p.m.
10K: Integrating Scleral Lenses into Your Practice, Dr. Derek Louie
The attendee will hear tips and recommendations to aid in smoothly integrating this exciting new technology to
their practice. Practice management techniques along with billing/coding recommendations will be discussed.
11M: Infectious Keratitis, Dr. Scott Hauswirth
This course presents an overview on a broad array on causes of infectious keratitis. Differential diagnosis based
on presentation is covered as well as strategies to diagnose and treat the different forms.
4:00 p.m. to
5:40 p.m.
12N: Research in MN − An Update of Clinical Trials Currently Available in Minnesota –
(COPE Pending) Sponsored by MNAAO
6:00 p.m. to MOA 2015 President’s Celebration Reception – O.D. and Para
8:30 p.m.
Join us for this Family Fun Event to celebrate our new President and Board of Trustees members!
Enjoy heavy hors d' oeuvres, a cash bar, games and fun activities for the whole family. This is a great
opportunity to unwind after a long day of education. Remember, you must pre-register for this event.
We hope you will join us for the Celebration. Casual attire is all that is needed.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
2014 President’s Celebration Reception
Course Descriptions
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Course Descriptions
Saturday, February 7, 2015 (8 CEs)
7:00 a.m. to
8:00 a.m.
Registration Open – Breakfast
Open to all registered attendees.
8:00 a.m. to
9:40 a.m.
1P: ICD-10-CM Documentation Concepts to Ensure Success (COPE Pending), Ana Bina
This interactive session will review chapter specific guidelines, I-10 codes and documentation concepts for
twenty common vision diagnosis. Session will include a comparison of current I-9 and future 1-10 coding,
along with group discussion on ways to leverage templates and EHRs to ensure coding success. Presenter
will share personal experience with dual coding in preparation for the conversion including time studies for
applying 1-10 codes. Finally, time will be spent discussing training ideas to ensure your entire office can
answer I-10 questions and appeal claim denials.
2Q: Blue Collar Billing & Coding: The Work Smarter Not Harder Approach
(43346-PM), Christopher Borgman
This course will review the 99000 and 92000 codes from an optometric-based practical perspective, and will
include examples and a template of how to efficiently, and accurately choose codes correctly. This in turn will
allow coding at higher levels which will in turn increase revenue but simultaneously provide protection in case
of a third party audit.
10:10 a.m. to
11:00 a.m.
3R: HIPPA Omnibus, Privacy and Security Rules (COPE Pending), Danika Brinda
Privacy and Security is a growing part of our healthcare organizations. Understanding the regulations from the
HIPAA Privacy Rule, HIPAA Security Rule, and the Omnibus Rule of 2013 become an essential part of
compliance and protection of the privacy and security of patient information. This session will focus on
understanding the basic requirements of the all the HIPAA regulations.
10:10 a.m. to
11:50 a.m.
4S: (CANNOT also register for 5T) Neuro, Optic Nerve and Orbit Brainteaser Cases
(43348-NO), Dr. Christopher Borgman
This course will review and discuss the pathology behind 14 real neuro-optometry and orbital pathology cases
that are not seen in optometry every day. An approach to review and use our knowledge of ocular anatomy,
physiology, and pathology will be reviewed to best manage patients that may not present every day. New
thoughts in the management and treatment of neuro-optometry and orbital pathology cases will be reviewed.
11:10 a.m. to
12:00 p.m.
5T: (CANNOT also register for 4S) Healthcare Reform and the Impact on Optometry Compliance,
Medicare Advantage and Accountable Care Organizations (43444-PM), Jon Weeding
The purpose of this presentation is to provide a basic understanding of how healthcare reform is impacting
optometry and the way in which they practice and document going forward. Time will be taken to provide an
understanding of Managed Care Organizations, Medicare Advantage Plans and Accountable Care
Organizations. The presentation will also demonstrate the compliance, communication and standard of care
minimums required by these organizations to participate and/or to continue as a provider for these organizations.
12:00 p.m. to
1:45 p.m.
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall, Poster Session (1 CE for Poster Session)
Gather with your colleagues, network with optometric vendors, lunch with your peers and learn from other
optometrists as you explore the MOA 2015 Exhibit Hall complete with a full Poster Session (1 CE for Poster
Session).
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Course Descriptions
Saturday, February 7, 2015 (continued)
1:40 p.m. to
2:30 p.m.
6V: Healthcare Reform: Compliance and Audit Update, (43402-PM), Jon Weeding
The purpose of this presentation is to provide a basic understanding of how healthcare reform has increased
funding for enforcement of existing laws, regulations and requirements of healthcare providers. Real world
examples of increased audit activity in optometry, their “triggers” and results will be shared. This presentation
will also demonstrate how the increased focus on compliance and audit activity, as well as changes in
reimbursements, are affecting the way optometry must practice to fully participate in eye care moving forward.
7W: How Low Can You Go: Cataracts & Glaucoma (41711-PO), Dr. Justin Schweitzer
Cataracts and glaucoma are two conditions that often coexist, as they both become more common with age.
This course will cover the benefits of cataract surgery alone and in combination with Minimally Invasive
Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) or filtration surgery for your patients with cataracts and glaucoma. The course will
provide the participant with a guide for managing postoperative complications related to cataract surgery in
combination with MIGS or filtration surgery.
3:00 p.m. to
3:50 p.m.
8X: HIPAA Security Risk Analysis (43395-PM), Danika Brinda
The HIPAA Risk Analysis is one of the major focuses of the HIPAA regulations currently. With
the requirement to do a HIPAA Risk Analysis under Meaningful Use and the focus of the 2014 HIPAA audits,
conducting a risk analysis and mitigating all risks becomes an essential part of HIPAA compliance. This
presentation will focus on understanding the requirement under HIPAA for the risk analysis and risk
management, looking at best practices to conduct the risk analysis, and discussing short falls and issues that
healthcare organizations have faced. The risk analysis creates the foundation of any HIPAA compliance
program.
9Y: A Room with a View…Medical Management of Glaucoma (41710-GL), Dr. Justin Schweitzer
This course will review current and new diagnostic testing used to manage glaucoma today. Strategies of
managing glaucoma patients will be discussed. Treatment options, both pharmaceutical and surgical options
will be outlined.
4:00 p.m. to
4:50 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
10Z: Cloudy Funky Bow Tie: Cataracts and Irregular Astigmatism, (41691-PO), Dr. Justin Schweitzer
Cataracts and irregular astigmatism can present challenges when cataract surgery is imminent. This course
will cover the causes of irregular astigmatism and whether it should be addressed before, at the time of, or
after cataract surgery. A review of surgical and non-surgical treatment options of irregular astigmatism when
cataract surgery is necessary will be discussed.
VOSH-MN Annual Meeting
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Registration Information
Registration
MOA 2015 Annual Meeting registration includes access to all sessions, materials, exhibits, lunches, refreshment breaks, and
receptions indicated, and according to pre-registration policies. Single day registrations include all of the above for the day
attending. Space is limited and pre-registration is strongly advised. Register for the Annual Meeting via mail, fax or email to
Marybeth@MnEyeDocs.org. Check, MasterCard, Visa or American Express may be used for payment. Registration fees
must be paid in U.S. dollars drawn on a U.S. bank. Payment must accompany registration. Payment vouchers or purchase
orders will not be accepted as payment. Registrations received without proper payment will not be processed. Course
confirmation will be provided via e-mail.
By registering for the MOA 2015 Annual Meeting your contact information will be provided to our event sponsors and
suppliers. As an attendee of the MOA 2015 Annual Meeting, your attendance serves as your approval for photos to be taken
and used in future MOA promotions. Finally, as a MOA 2015 Annual Meeting attendee you agree to not hold the MOA liable
should an event occur on-site in which you are harmed.
Cancellations
Please submit Annual Meeting cancellations in writing by e-mail, mail or fax to the MOA office on or before January 16, 2015.
All meeting cancellations will be assessed a cancellation fee, which will be a percentage of fees submitted. Cancellations received
after January 16, 2015 may not be honored. No-shows will not be refunded.
Recommended Attire
The recommended attire for the Annual Meeting is business casual.
Program Changes
All information is subject to change without notice.
Photography, Video and Sound
No photos, video or sound are to be taken or recorded by any attendees as all photos, videos, sound and presentations are
property of the MOA and our contracted speakers.
Going Green - ALL COURSE HANDOUTS WILL BE ONLINE!
There will be NO hard copies available at this meeting. For your convenience, Wi-Fi will be available at the RiverCentre
or you can download and print all handouts ahead of time if you need a paper copy. Please note: All Speaker Bios are
also now available online only.
CE and OE Tracker Reporting
As it is a requirement that all CE in Minnesota now be reported to ARBO and OE Tracker, the MOA uses OE Tracker and Scanners. It is
the responsibility of the attendee to ensure they have their badge scanned at the end of each class. Also, due to these requirements,
anyone that enters a class more than 5 minutes after it begins will NOT be scanned for credit. You can still attend the class;
however, you will not be scanned for credit.
OE TRACKER APP ! ! ! ! ! !
You can now keep track of your CE hours obtained at the MOA Annual Meeting on your iPhone or Android phone by
downloading the OE Tracker mobile app from ARBO. At the conclusion of each lecture, there will be a QR code that you can
scan with your cell phone and your hours will be immediately uploaded to your OE Tracker record. It is easy and the app is
FREE and can be used by anyone who has an OE TRACKER number. GO TO THE APP STORE or iTunes on your iPhone or
go to Google Play on your Android phone and search for ‘OE TRACKER’. Follow the instructions to download to app.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
OD Registration
MOA 2015 Annual Meeting Registration
Please print clearly. Confirmations will arrive via e-mail only if e-mail is included below. Questions? Call 952-841-1122 or 800-678-8232
Full Name
Business Name/Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________
City
State
Phone
Zip
E-mail
OE Tracker #
AOA ID #
FULL MEETING REGISTRATION *
AOA Member OD
Non-Member OD
New Member
Life or Retired Member
Student Member
On/Before January 16
 $ 500.00
 $ 575.00
 $ 375.00
 $ 275.00
 $ Free
January 17—24
 $ 560.00
 $ 600.00
 $ 425.00
 $ 325.00
 $ Free
SINGLE DAY REGISTRATION *
Thursday, February 6 (3 CEs)
Friday, February 7 (7 CEs)
Saturday, February 8 (8 CEs)
AOA Member
 $ 225.00
 $ 350.00
 $ 375.00
Non-Member
 $ 275.00
 $ 425.00
 $ 450.00
After January 24
Must register onsite
Must register onsite
Must register onsite
Must register onsite
Must register onsite
* If registering after January 24, 2015, you must do so onsite at a higher registration rate and only if space permits.
COURSE SELECTION
Thursday, February 5
Friday, February 6
Saturday, February 7
Mark each course you will attend to guarantee a seat.
 1A
 2B
 Opening Reception
 3C
 4D
 5E
 6F
 7G
 8H
 9J
Breakfast: YES  No 
Lunch: YES  No 
President’s Celebration Reception: YES  No 
 1P  2Q  3R  4S  5T  6V  7W
Breakfast: YES  No 
Lunch: YES  No 
 10K
 8X
 11M
 9Y
 12N
 10Z
Additional Charges:
Additional Guests for President’s Celebration costs: $20 for children under 18 yrs. old / $40 for adults
# of children x $20 = $ _________ # of adults x $40 = $______________
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE FROM ALL ITEMS ABOVE $ ______________
 Check enclosed
Name on card
 VISA
Card #
Billing Zip
 MasterCard
Expiration Date
V-Code
 American Express
Signature _______________________________________________________________________
SEND COMPLETED REGISTRATION & PAYMENT TO:
Minnesota Optometric Association, 3800 American Boulevard West, Suite 1500, Bloomington, MN 55431 or fax to 952-921-5882.
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015
Registration Information
Please fax your registration form to 952.921.5882
or
Email to Marybeth@mneyedocs.org
M O A A n n u a l M e e t i n g . 1 8 C E s . February 5 – February 7, 2015