Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2015 Edition - Carol J. Buck

Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2015 Edition

(Autor)

Buch | Softcover
1008 Seiten
2014 | Revised ed.
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division (Verlag)
978-0-323-27981-9 (ISBN)
78,55 inkl. MwSt
zur Neuauflage
  • Titel erscheint in neuer Auflage
  • Artikel merken
Zu diesem Artikel existiert eine Nachauflage
Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with in-depth coverage from the most trusted name in coding education! From Carol J. Buck, Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2015 Edition is a practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all current coding systems. Explanations of 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, this edition fully covers ICD-10-CM in preparation for the transition to ICD-10. No other text on the market so thoroughly covers all coding sets in one source!



A step-by-step approach makes it easier to build skills and remember the material.
Dual coding addresses the transition to ICD-10 by providing coding answers for both ICD-10 and ICD-9.
Over 500 illustrations include medical procedures and conditions that help you understand the services being coded, and images from Carol J. Buck's professional ICD and HCPCS manuals that familiarize you with the format of professional coding manuals.
Real-life coding reports simulate the reports you will encounter as a coder and help you apply coding principles to actual cases.
Complete coverage of ICD-10-CM prepares you for the transition to ICD-10.
A workbook corresponds to the textbook and offers review and practice with more than 1,500 questions, activities, and terminology exercises to reinforce your understanding of medical coding. Available separately.
Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes allow you to read the official wording for inpatient and outpatient coding alongside in-text explanations.
Four coding question variations develop your coding ability and critical thinking skills, including one-code or multiple-code answer blanks.
From the Trenches, Coding Shots, Stop!, Caution!, Check This Out!, and CMS Rules boxes offer valuable tips and helpful advice for working in today's medical coding field.
Coder's Index makes it easy to quickly locate specific codes.
Appendix with sample EHR (Electronic Health Record) screenshots provides examples similar to the EHRs you will encounter in the workplace.
Exercises, Quick Checks, and Toolbox features reinforce coding rules and concepts, and emphasize key information.



NEW! Encoder practice exercises on the companion Evolve website provide added practice and help you understand how to utilize an encoder product.
UPDATED content includes the latest coding information available, promoting accurate coding and success on the job.

Unit 1: Reimbursement 1. Reimbursement, HIPAA, and Compliance

Unit 2: ICD-10-CM 2. An Overview of ICD-10-CM 3. ICD-10-CM Outpatient Coding and Reporting Guidelines 4. Using ICD-10-CM 5. Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 1-10) 6. Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 11-14) 7. Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-10-CM Chapters 15-21)

Unit 3: ICD-9-CM 8. An Overview of ICD-9-CM 9. ICD-9-CM Outpatient Coding and Reporting Guidelines 10. Using ICD-9-CM 11. Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-9-CM Chapters 1-8) 12. Chapter-Specific Guidelines (ICD-9-CM Chapters 9-17)

Unit 4: CPT and HCPCS 13. Introduction to CPT and Level II National Codes (HCPCS) 14. Modifiers 15. Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services 16. Anesthesia 17. Surgery Guidelines and General Surgery 18. Integumentary System 19. Musculoskeletal System 20. Respiratory System 21. Cardiovascular System 22. Hemic, Lymphatic, Mediastinum, and Diaphragm 23. Digestive System 24. Urinary and Male Genital Systems 25. Reproductive, Intersex Surgery, Female Genital System, Maternity Care and Delivery 26. Endocrine and Nervous Systems 27. Eye, Ocular Adnexa, Auditory, and Operating Microscope 28. Radiology 29. Pathology/Laboratory 30. Medicine

Unit 5: Inpatient Coding 31. Inpatient Coding Appendix A: Online Resources Appendix B: Exercise Answers Appendix C: Quick Check Answers Appendix D: EHR Screens Glossary Figure Credits Coder's Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag 8.6.2015
Zusatzinfo Approx. 518 illustrations (451 in full color)
Verlagsort Philadelphia
Sprache englisch
Maße 216 x 276 mm
Themenwelt Medizin / Pharmazie Medizinische Fachgebiete
ISBN-10 0-323-27981-3 / 0323279813
ISBN-13 978-0-323-27981-9 / 9780323279819
Zustand Neuware
Haben Sie eine Frage zum Produkt?
Mehr entdecken
aus dem Bereich