2012 ICD-9-CM for Physicians, Volumes 1 and 2, Standard Edition (Softbound)

by Carol J. Buck MS, CPC, CCS-P

Overview

Elsevier and the American Medical Association have partnered to co-publish this ICD-9-CM reference by Carol J. Buck!

Code efficiently and effectively with Carol J. Buck's 2012 ICD-9-CM for Physicians, Volumes 1 & 2, Professional Edition. Combining Netter's Anatomy artwork and the 2011 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OCGR) with a format designed by coders for coders, this handy reference helps you easily access the information you need to stay up to date and ensure the most accurate billing and optimal reimbursement in physician-based coding. Plus, you can take this resource into your certification exams for enhanced testing support!

An exclusive focus on ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 & 2 provides clear, concise coverage of physician-based and hospital outpatient coding essentials. Netter anatomy art, included in the front of the book and cross referenced where appropriate within the Tabular list helps coders understand anatomy and how it may affect choosing codes. Use Additional Digit(s) symbol in the index identifies codes in the index thatneed an additional digit, preventing inaccurate coding outof the index Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OGCRs) are listed in a separate Index and then also included within the lists of codes, providing access to the official rules when you need them. Numerous Items, or explanations of a disease that are located just prior to that disease listing, included throughout Volume 1 Disease Tabular give more information about diseases to ensure that coders have the correct code. Symbols identify new or revised material from content of the previous year and highlight codes that need special considerations, including: Not First-Listed Diagnosis Use Additional Digit(s) Unspecified Code Includes and Excludes Use Additional Additional elements within specific codes that provide the coder with useful hints, tips, or definitions. They may contain such items as anatomy, pathophysiology, or specific coding directions. At-a-glance guide to the updates, located in front matter, lists all new and revised codes for that year, providing quick accesses to the annual changes. Coding Clinic references give coders a starting point from which to begin the search for more information. Omit Codes and Code First highlighted throughout, drawing attention to government text needing special attention. Web updates keep you informed of the latest changes to the ICD coding system.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781455707126
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	08/29/2011
Pages:	1168
Product dimensions:	10.80(w) x 8.56(h) x 1.57(d)

Table of Contents

Unit 1: ICD-9-CM

Part I: Introduction

ICD-9-CM Background

Coordination and Maintenance Committee

Characteristics of the ICD-9-CM

ICD-9-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting

Part II: Alphabetic Index, Volume 2

Section 1 Index to Diseases

Section 2 Table of Drugs and Chemicals

Section 3 Index to External Causes of Injury

Part III: Diseases: Tabular List, Volume 1

1. Infectious and Parasitic Diseases

2. Neoplasms

3. Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and Immunity Disorders

4. Diseases of the Blood and Blood-forming Organs

5. Mental Disorders

6. Diseases of the Nervous System and Sense Organs

7. Diseases of the Circulatory System

8. Diseases of the Respiratory System

9. Diseases of the Digestive System

10. Diseases of the Genitourinary System

11. Complications of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Puerperium

12. Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue

13. Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue

14. Congenital Anomalies

15. Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period

16. Symptoms, Signs, and Ill-defined Conditions

17. Injury and Poisoning

V-Codes-Supplementary Classification of Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact with Health Services

E-Codes-Supplementary Classification of External Causes of Injury and Poisoning

Appendices

A. Morphology of Neoplasms

B. Glossary of Mental Disorders

C. Classification of Drugs by American Hospital Formulary Services List Number and Their ICD-9-CM Equivalents

D. Classification of Industrial Accidents According to Agency

E. List of Three-Digit Categories

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