Physician Coding Exam Review 2017: The Certification Step

By Carol J. Buck

Prepare to succeed on your physician coding certification exam with Physician Coding Exam Review 2017: The Certification Step From leading coding author and educator Carol J. Buck, this exam review provides complete coverage of all topics included on the physician coding certification exam - including anatomy, terminology, and pathophysiology for each body system; reimbursement issues; CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding; and more. Four full practice exams simulate the testing experience, include answers and rationales, and provide enough practice to reassure even the most insecure exam-taker. It's the only physician coding exam review you need

Comprehensive review content covers everything you need to know to pass your physician coding certification exam. UNIQUE Practice exams on the Evolve website allow you to assess strengths and weaknesses and develop a plan for focused study, including a Pre-Exam to be taken prior to studying, the same exam again as a Post-Exam to be taken after your review, and a Final Exam that simulates the experience of taking the actual physician coding exam. Concise outline format helps you access information quickly and study more efficiently. Mobile-optimized quick quizzes offer on-the-go practice and review with 380 additional medical terminology, pathophysiology, CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS questions. Success Strategies section in the text guides you step-by-step through the entire exam process. UNIQUE Netter's Anatomy illustrations help you understand anatomy and how it affects coding. Full-color design and illustrations make study and review easier and more engaging. UNIQUE Real-world coding reports (cleared of any patient identifiers) simulate the reports that you will encounter on the job and challenge you to apply key coding principles to actual cases. Answers and rationales to the Pre-, Post- and Final Exams are available on Evolve. Updated content includes the latest ICD-10, HCPCS, and CPT code updates, promoting accurate coding and success on the job.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323431224
• ISBN13: 9780323431224
• Release Date: December 2016
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 624 Pages
• Weight: 2.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.5" x 10.7"