{"id":17325,"date":"2024-02-09T09:46:59","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T14:46:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/?page_id=17325"},"modified":"2025-07-02T11:38:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T15:38:15","slug":"2024-cdt-code-update-basics-for-successful-coding","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/ce-courses\/mda-online-ce\/2024-cdt-code-update-basics-for-successful-coding\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 CDT Code Update: Basics for Successful Coding"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row showfor=&#8221;not_logged_in&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row showfor=&#8221;discarded_user_roles&#8221; discarded_user_roles=&#8221;2024_cdt_code_update&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Recorded Seminar<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>2024 CDT Code Update: Basics for Successful Coding<\/h3>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6214 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley.png\" alt=\"Dr. Christopher Smiley\" width=\"155\" height=\"155\" data-id=\"6214\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley.png 155w, https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 155px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 155\/155;\" \/>Speakers:<\/strong> Chris Smiley, DDS<br \/>\n<strong>Fee:<\/strong> $50\/DDS and Staff; $75\/Nonmember DDS<br \/>\n<strong>CE Credits:<\/strong> 1<br \/>\n<a class=\"btn-grn2\" href=\"https:\/\/ebusiness.ada.org\/meetings\/MeetingPo3.aspx?ID=47946&amp;PO3ORGAPICODE=MI000D5A765D7A6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This course will cover essential topics, including coding fundamentals, the latest changes to the CDT Code in 2024, and practical sample coding scenarios to enhance your proficiency in recording and reporting patient care.<\/p>\n<p>Learning Objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore the CDT Code Structure: Uncover the intricacies of its layout and organization, allowing you to navigate it easily.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding CDT Code Maintenance: Learn how CDT codes are created and maintained to address the needs of an evolving profession.<\/li>\n<li>Learn 2024 Additions, Revisions, and Deletions: Delve into the specific additions, revisions, and deletions within the CDT Code for 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Practical Coding Scenarios: Gain hands-on experience through real-world coding scenarios that will empower you to record and report patient care confidently.<\/li>\n<li>Learn where to access valuable resources: Discover a wealth of resources for continued learning, enabling you to stay current and excel in your coding endeavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss this opportunity to build your understanding of dental coding in 2024. Join us and boost your coding prowess today!<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 100px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 100\/79;margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: right; width: 96px; height: 75px;\" title=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/CDBP-Logo_100.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>This course counts toward the Dental Business Professional certification.<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"\/CDBP\">Click here<\/a> for more information on the MDA Certified Dental Business Professional program. Earn 1 credit in the Insurance Benefits\/Coding category.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the speaker \u2026<\/strong> Dr. Christopher Smiley holds a bachelor\u2019s degree in Biology from the University of Michigan, and in 1986 earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Marquette University in Milwaukee. Dr. Smiley is a published author in professional journals and has lectured nationally on evidence-based dentistry, patient-centered care, dental quality measurement, management of periodontal disease, and practice management and dental benefit plans. Dr. Smiley has been recognized for his continuing contributions to the dental profession, receiving the 2020 Evidence-Based Dentistry Practice Award from the American Dental Association and the American Association for Dental Research.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Recorded Seminar<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>2024 CDT Code Update: Basics for Successful Coding<\/h3>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6214 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley.png\" alt=\"Dr. Christopher Smiley\" width=\"155\" height=\"155\" data-id=\"6214\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley.png 155w, https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Smiley-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 155px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 155\/155;\" \/>Speakers:<\/strong> Chris Smiley, DDS<br \/>\n<strong>Fee:<\/strong> $50\/DDS and Staff; $75\/Nonmember DDS<br \/>\n<strong>CE Credits:<\/strong> 1<br \/>\n<a class=\"btn-grn2\" href=\"https:\/\/ebusiness.ada.org\/meetings\/MeetingPo3.aspx?ID=47946&amp;PO3ORGAPICODE=MI000D5A765D7A6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This course will cover essential topics, including coding fundamentals, the latest changes to the CDT Code in 2024, and practical sample coding scenarios to enhance your proficiency in recording and reporting patient care.<\/p>\n<p>Learning Objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore the CDT Code Structure: Uncover the intricacies of its layout and organization, allowing you to navigate it easily.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding CDT Code Maintenance: Learn how CDT codes are created and maintained to address the needs of an evolving profession.<\/li>\n<li>Learn 2024 Additions, Revisions, and Deletions: Delve into the specific additions, revisions, and deletions within the CDT Code for 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Practical Coding Scenarios: Gain hands-on experience through real-world coding scenarios that will empower you to record and report patient care confidently.<\/li>\n<li>Learn where to access valuable resources: Discover a wealth of resources for continued learning, enabling you to stay current and excel in your coding endeavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss this opportunity to build your understanding of dental coding in 2024. Join us and boost your coding prowess today!<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 100px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 100\/79;margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: right; width: 96px; height: 75px;\" title=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/CDBP-Logo_100.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>This course counts toward the Dental Business Professional certification.<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"\/CDBP\">Click here<\/a> for more information on the MDA Certified Dental Business Professional program. Earn 1 credit in the Insurance Benefits\/Coding category.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the speaker \u2026<\/strong> Dr. Christopher Smiley holds a bachelor\u2019s degree in Biology from the University of Michigan, and in 1986 earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Marquette University in Milwaukee. Dr. Smiley is a published author in professional journals and has lectured nationally on evidence-based dentistry, patient-centered care, dental quality measurement, management of periodontal disease, and practice management and dental benefit plans. 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