Ep. 93 How to Optimize RVUs & Billing in Gynecology with Dr. Jon Hathaway
BackTable OBGYN14 Okt 2025

Ep. 93 How to Optimize RVUs & Billing in Gynecology with Dr. Jon Hathaway

No money, no mission. Understanding coding is the key to funding care and making your practice sustainable. In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, host, Dr. Mark Hoffman, chats with Dr. Jon Hathaway, associate professor at IU School of Medicine and coding specialist. They discuss the intricacies of medical billing, the impact of coding knowledge on revenue, and the systemic gaps in residency training regarding financial literacy. ---SYNPOSISDr. Hathaway shares his journey from mastering coding to becoming a national expert, providing a crash course on CPT, RVU, and ICD codes, and emphasizing the importance of accurate billing for the sustainability of healthcare practices. The episode offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in medical coding and the broader financial aspects of healthcare.---TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction 02:03 - Dr. Hathaway's Journey into Coding04:11 - Understanding the Financial Side of Healthcare07:10 - The Disconnect in Healthcare Payments11:26 - The Complexity of Medical Billing18:11 - The Role of CPT, RVU, and ICD Codes24:03 - The Process of Approving New Procedures32:38 - Understanding the Value Update Process33:47 - Case Study: Cystoscopy in Hysterectomy Codes35:26 - Survey Participation and Its Impact36:12 - Roles and Responsibilities in ACOG38:12 - Challenges of RVU-Based Compensation42:08 - Specialty-Specific RVU Valuation48:42 - Comparing OB and GYN Reimbursements50:02 - Envisioning an Ideal Healthcare System55:10 - Maximizing Billing Efficiency59:46 - Final Thoughts

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