Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition - E-Book
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Patient Care, Medical History & Records, Reference, Administration
| Author: | Carol J. Buck, MS, CPC, CCS-P | ISBN: | 9780323292009 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences | Publication: | June 18, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Saunders | Language: | English |
| Author: | Carol J. Buck, MS, CPC, CCS-P |
| ISBN: | 9780323292009 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Publication: | June 18, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Saunders |
| Language: | English |
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!
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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.
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Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set in Unit 2 prepares you for the eventual transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10.
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Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes in Units 2, 3, and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions.
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Concrete "real-life" coding examples help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field.
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Over 500 total illustrations of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded.
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Four coding question variations develop your coding ability and critical thinking skills:
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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
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In-text exercises, Quick Checks, and Toolbox features reinforce coding rules and concepts, emphasize key information, and test your retention and understanding.
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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.
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Coder’s Index makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes.
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Practice activities on the companion Evolve website reinforce key concepts from the text.
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Updated content presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available.
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.
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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.
