Root Operations: Key to Procedure Coding in ICD-10-PCS

By Ann Barta

Determining the root operation-or intent of a procedure-is essential to accurate coding, and illustrates the precision of the code values defined in the ICD-10-PCS system. Root Operations: Key to Procedure Coding in ICD-10-PCS offers coding professionals and students the tools to differentiate and contrast procedures coded in ICD-9-CM with those coded in ICD-10-PCS. Root operations of ICD-10-PCS are highlighted to clarify and explain critical factors to consider in correct code assignment. The tools and strategies in Root Operations: Key to Procedure Coding in ICD-10-PCS address all sections of ICD-10-PCS, provide detailed explanation of all root operations, offer a snapshot of anatomy and physiology for ICD-10-PCS, and define and illustrate code structure for each section. Coding professionals and coding students learn the essential root operations and ICD-10-PCS definitions to perform accurate coding. Key Features Provides groundwork for understanding ICD-10-PCS Concentrates on the root operation (character 3) of ICD-10-PCS Excellent foundation for new or proficient coders Helps to enable a steady transition to ICD-10-PCS Book jacket.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1584262664
• ISBN13: 9781584262664
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: AMERICA HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
• Length: 227 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"