Cardiology coding is one of the highest-paying and highest-risk specialties, and in 2026 the rules are changing again—impacting CPT®, ICD-10-CM, modifiers, documentation expectations, and medical necessity standards. One missed update or incorrect code selection can trigger denials, downcoding, payer recoupments, or costly audits, leading to major revenue loss for cardiology practices and hospitals. With multiple new cardiovascular updates and guideline revisions now in effect, relying on last year’s coding habits can result in thousands of dollars lost per claim cycle.
This webinar delivers a clear, real-world breakdown of the most important cardiology coding changes for 2026, including E/M reporting, ECG and rhythm monitoring, echocardiography, stress testing, interventional cardiology, EP services, and device-related coding. You will learn exactly what changed, why it matters, and how to apply it correctly the first time. Most importantly, we’ll cover the top denial triggers and documentation gaps that payers are targeting right now. If your goal is to stay compliant, reduce rework, and protect reimbursement, this session is a must-attend for 2026.
Adilakshmi Sankara is an accomplished healthcare revenue cycle leader with more than 29 years of expertise in Medical Coding Operations, Quality, Compliance, and Training. Renowned for driving medical coding excellence across multi-specialty settings, She bring deep experience in optimizing workflows, strengthening audit readiness, and elevating documentation and coding quality for global healthcare organizations. Her career spans work with U.S., UAE, KSA, and Indian healthcare systems, where she has led high-performing teams, developed enterprise-wide training programs, and implemented scalable process improvements rooted in data-driven insights. As an…