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Jan. 12, 2026

KEY FACTORS AND CRITERIA


Selecting the Principal Diagnosis

By Cynthia Tang, RHIA, CCS

Although it may seem straightforward, it can be quite complex. 


While AI coding and CDI tools frequently overlook or fail

to accurately address the nuances of selecting the principal diagnosis, even experienced coding and CDI professionals can find this challenging.

New! Online Course by Cynthia Tang, RHIA, CCS

Selecting the Principal Diagnosis

In-depth instruction and a 3-step process for accurately determining principal diagnosis and resultant DRG assignment.

Perfect for Coders and CDI Professionals.

More Info

STEP UP, LEAN IN, LEAD

 

“The future of healthcare

depends on leaders who are

willing to lead other leaders

and build organizations

that can withstand

the challenges ahead.” 


Wendy Horton, PharmD, CEO

UVA Health University Medical Center

Becker’s Hospital Review

HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM READY?


Preparing for the CCS

By Faye Kelly, RHIT, CCS

You’ve been preparing for the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

exam for quite a while, and you’re asking yourself,

how do I know when I’ll be ready to attempt it?

Next session starts soon! Saturday, January 17

CPT CODING, UPDATED FOR 2026!


Complete Interventional Radiology

and Cardiovascular Coding

From ZHealth Publishing, the experts in coding of IR/CV procedures.

Detailed information on a broad range of Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular procedures and the guidelines for proper coding.

42.5 AAPC CEUs!

January 1, 2026 ushered in extensive changes

to Interventional Radiology, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery,

and Endovascular Surgery coding. 

AI-ASSISTED CODING PLATFORMS


A Day in the Life of an

AI-supported Professional Fee Coder

By Brian Power, Founder, ComplyAIQ

“Mid-morning, I attend a governance meeting with our compliance team.

Our compliance team has reminded us that federal oversight agencies have emphasized that organizations remain fully accountable for

AI-assisted coding decisions.”

Essential Training for ProFee Coders

eLearning Library: Professional Fee Coding

The resources you need to master ICD-10-CM and CPT coding for professional fee services. 

  • On-demand access to job-specific, self-paced learning for one full year. 
  • Over 100 AHIMA and AAPC CEUs.  

More Info

CPT 2026, effective January 1, 2026

2026 CPT® Code Updates

Choose the course that meets your needs: 

CPT®: Code Updates: Facility

CPT®: Code Updates: Professional Fee


Learn from nationally-recognized coding authority,

Kim Huey, MJ, CHC, CPC, CCS-P, PCS, CPCO, COC!

More Info

Outpatient or Inpatient

Spinal Procedures Coding


Broaden your skills with Libman Education’s

specialized training in spinal procedures!

CPT®: Coding of Spinal Fusion Procedures

Hands-on tools take the learner step-by-step from documentation to accurate coding.

Practical Coding Experience: Outpatient Spinal Fusion Procedures

Provides hands-on coding practice coupled with detailed guidance on correct code assignment.

Buy both outpatient courses together and save!

Comprehensive Outpatient Spinal Procedure Coding

An all-inclusive approach to coding CPT® procedures.

ICD-10-PCS: Spinal Procedures for Trauma

Focuses on inpatient procedures used to address traumatic injury.

ICD-10-PCS: Spinal Procedures, Non-traumatic

Focuses on inpatient spinal procedures including sacroiliac fusion, laminoplasty, scoliosis, disc replacement, new technology codes, and more!

Practical Coding Experience: Inpatient Spinal Procedures

Provides hands-on coding practice coupled with detailed guidance on correct code assignment.

Buy all 3 inpatient courses together and save!

Comprehensive Inpatient Spinal Procedure Coding

An all-inclusive approach to coding ICD-10-PCS procedures.

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Libman Education provides training and resources for individuals and teams working to strengthen the revenue cycle of leading healthcare organizations.


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