Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition

By Carol J. Buck

Book Overview

1018 pages Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set prepares you for the upcoming transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 in October 2013.

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.

Consistent, full-color design provides easy navigation and presents material in a unique, compelling way.

In-text exercises throughout each chapter reinforce coding rules and concepts and follow the book's step-by-step approach.

Quick Check features immediately reinforce key concepts and test your retention and understanding.

Concrete "real-life" coding examples help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field.

Toolbox features provide additional real-world cases for analyzing and applying your coding knowledge.

Over 450 total illustrations of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded.

Answer formats develop your coding ability by using a format that includes one of four response variations:

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

From the Trenches quotes offer valuable, up-to-date insights from instructors and professionals in the medical coding field.

Coding Shots provide tips for complicated coding scenarios and advice for entering the job market.

Stop notes summarize recent material to aid your retention and help transition into the next topic.

Caution notes warn of common coding mistakes and reinforce the concept of coding as an exact science.

Check This Out boxes offer notes on accessing reference information, primarily via the Internet.

Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes in Units 3 and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions.

Practice activities and Coding Guidelines available on the companion Evolve website reinforce key concepts from the text and provide fast, easy access to the most up-to-date content.

Coder's Index makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes. Updated content presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available. Primary focus on ICD-10 features color coded units and chapters that are easy to identify.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1455706221
• ISBN13: 9781455706228
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
• Length: 1056 Pages
• Weight: 4.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 1.5" x 8.8"

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Step by Step Medical Coding

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