Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book
Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field! Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition is the practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all of today's coding systems. In-depth, step-by-step explanations of essential coding concepts are followed by practice exercises to reinforce your understanding. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, the 2013 edition offers complete coverage of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system in preparation for the eventual transition. No other text on the market so thoroughly prepares you for all coding sets in one source! - Dual coding in Units 4 and 5 (where both ICD-10 and ICD-9 answers are provided for every exercise, chapter review, and workbook question) ensures you can code using the systems of both today and tomorrow. - Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set in Unit 2 prepares you for the eventual transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10. - Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes in Units 2, 3, and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions. - Concrete "real-life" coding examples help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field. - Over 500 total illustrations of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded. - Four coding question variations develop your coding ability and critical thinking skills: - One answer blank for coding questions that require a one-code answer - Multiple answer blanks for coding questions that require a multiple-code answer - Identifiers next to the answer blank(s) to guide you through the most difficult coding scenarios - Answer blanks with a preceding symbol (3 interlocking circles) indicates that the user must decide the number of codes necessary to correctly answer the question - In-text exercises, Quick Checks, and Toolbox features reinforce coding rules and concepts, emphasize key information, and test your retention and understanding. - From the Trenches, Coding Shots, Stop!, Caution!, Check This Out!, and CMS Rules boxes offer valuable, up-to-date tips and advice for working in today's medical coding field. - Coder's Index makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes. - Practice activities on the companion Evolve website reinforce key concepts from the text. - Updated content presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available.
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Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book
Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field! Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition is the practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all of today's coding systems. In-depth, step-by-step explanations of essential coding concepts are followed by practice exercises to reinforce your understanding. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, the 2013 edition offers complete coverage of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system in preparation for the eventual transition. No other text on the market so thoroughly prepares you for all coding sets in one source! - Dual coding in Units 4 and 5 (where both ICD-10 and ICD-9 answers are provided for every exercise, chapter review, and workbook question) ensures you can code using the systems of both today and tomorrow. - Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set in Unit 2 prepares you for the eventual transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10. - Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes in Units 2, 3, and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions. - Concrete "real-life" coding examples help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field. - Over 500 total illustrations of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded. - Four coding question variations develop your coding ability and critical thinking skills: - One answer blank for coding questions that require a one-code answer - Multiple answer blanks for coding questions that require a multiple-code answer - Identifiers next to the answer blank(s) to guide you through the most difficult coding scenarios - Answer blanks with a preceding symbol (3 interlocking circles) indicates that the user must decide the number of codes necessary to correctly answer the question - In-text exercises, Quick Checks, and Toolbox features reinforce coding rules and concepts, emphasize key information, and test your retention and understanding. - From the Trenches, Coding Shots, Stop!, Caution!, Check This Out!, and CMS Rules boxes offer valuable, up-to-date tips and advice for working in today's medical coding field. - Coder's Index makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes. - Practice activities on the companion Evolve website reinforce key concepts from the text. - Updated content presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available.
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Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book

Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book

by CPC Buck MS
Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book

Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book: Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book

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Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field! Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition is the practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all of today's coding systems. In-depth, step-by-step explanations of essential coding concepts are followed by practice exercises to reinforce your understanding. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, the 2013 edition offers complete coverage of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system in preparation for the eventual transition. No other text on the market so thoroughly prepares you for all coding sets in one source! - Dual coding in Units 4 and 5 (where both ICD-10 and ICD-9 answers are provided for every exercise, chapter review, and workbook question) ensures you can code using the systems of both today and tomorrow. - Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set in Unit 2 prepares you for the eventual transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10. - Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes in Units 2, 3, and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions. - Concrete "real-life" coding examples help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field. - Over 500 total illustrations of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded. - Four coding question variations develop your coding ability and critical thinking skills: - One answer blank for coding questions that require a one-code answer - Multiple answer blanks for coding questions that require a multiple-code answer - Identifiers next to the answer blank(s) to guide you through the most difficult coding scenarios - Answer blanks with a preceding symbol (3 interlocking circles) indicates that the user must decide the number of codes necessary to correctly answer the question - In-text exercises, Quick Checks, and Toolbox features reinforce coding rules and concepts, emphasize key information, and test your retention and understanding. - From the Trenches, Coding Shots, Stop!, Caution!, Check This Out!, and CMS Rules boxes offer valuable, up-to-date tips and advice for working in today's medical coding field. - Coder's Index makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes. - Practice activities on the companion Evolve website reinforce key concepts from the text. - Updated content presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available.

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ISBN-13: 9780323292009
Publisher: Saunders, W. B. Company
Publication date: 12/14/2012
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 1056
File size: 48 MB
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Table of Contents

Unit 1: Reimbursement - Reimbursement, HIPAA, and Compliance Unit 2: ICD-10-CM - An Overview of ICD-10-CM - ICD-10-CM Outpatient Coding and Reporting Guidelines - Using ICD-10-CM - Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 1-10) - Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 11-14) - Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 15-21) Unit 3: ICD-9-CM - An Overview of ICD-9-CM - ICD-9-CM Outpatient Coding and Reporting Guidelines - Using ICD-9-CM - Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-9-CM Chapters 1-8) - Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-9-CM Chapters 9-17) Unit 4: CPT and HCPCS - Introduction to CPT and Level II National Codes (HCPCS) - Modifiers - Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services - Anesthesia - Surgery Guidelines and General Surgery - Integumentary System - Musculoskeletal System - Respiratory System - Cardiovascular System - Hemic, Lymphatic, Mediastinum, and Diaphragm - Digestive System - Urinary and Male Genital Systems - Reproductive, Intersex Surgery, Female Genital System, and Maternity Care and Delivery - Endocrine and Nervous Systems - Eye, Ocular Adnexa, Auditory, and Operating Microscope - Radiology - Pathology/Laboratory - Medicine Unit 5: Inpatient Coding - Inpatient Coding Appendix A: Online Resources Appendix B: Exercise Answers Glossary Coder's Index
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