Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition, 1e

Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition, 1e

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<p>Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field! <b>Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition</b> is the practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all of today's coding systems by providing an in-depth introduction to essential coding concepts followed by practice exercises that reinforce your understanding. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, the 2012 edition offers complete coverage of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system in preparation for the transition in 2013. No other text on the market so thoroughly prepares you for all coding systems in one source!</p><ul><li><b>Complete coverage of the new ICD-10 code set</b> prepares you for the upcoming transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 in October 2013. </li> <p><li><b>Dual coding</b> 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.</li> <p><li><b>Consistent, full-color design</b> provides easy navigation and presents material in a unique, compelling way.</li> </ul> <ul> <p><li><b>In-text exercises</b> throughout each chapter reinforce coding rules and concepts and follow the book's step-by-step approach.</li> </ul> <ul> <p><li><b><i>Quick Check</i> features</b> immediately reinforce key concepts and test your retention and understanding.</li> <p><li><b>Concrete "real-life" coding examples</b> help you apply important coding principles and practices to actual scenarios from the field.</li> </ul> <ul> <p><li><b>Toolbox features</b> provide additional real-world cases for analyzing and applying your coding knowledge. </li> </ul> <ul> <p><li><b>Over 450 total illustrations</b> of medical procedures or conditions help you understand the services being coded.</li> <p><li><b>Answer formats</b> develop your coding ability by using a format that includes one of four response variations: </li> </ul> <ul> <ul> <p><li>One answer blank for coding questions that require a one-code answer </li> <p><li>Multiple answer blanks for coding questions that require a multiple-code answer </li> <p><li>Identifiers next to the answer blank(s) to guide you through the most difficult coding scenarios </li> <p><li>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 </li> </ul></ul> <ul> <p><li><b><i>From the Trenches</i> quotes</b> offer valuable, up-to-date insights from instructors and professionals in the medical coding field.</li> </ul> <ul> <p><li><i><b>Coding Shots</b></i> provide tips for complicated coding scenarios and advice for entering the job market.</li> <p><li><b><i>Stop!</i> notes</b> summarize recent material to aid your retention and help transition into the next topic.</li> <p><li><b><i>Caution!</i> notes</b> warn of common coding mistakes and reinforce the concept of coding as an exact science.</li> <p><li><b><i>Check This Out!</i> boxes</b> offer notes on accessing reference information, primarily via the Internet.</li> <p><li><b><i>Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting</i> boxes</b> in Units 3 and 5 present the official outpatient and inpatient guidelines alongside text discussions.</li> <p><li><b>Practice activities </b>and <b><i>Coding Guidelines</i> </b>available on the companion <b>Evolve website</b> reinforce key concepts from the text and provide fast, easy access to the most up-to-date content.</li> <p><li><i><b>Coder's Index</b></i> makes it easy to instantly locate specific codes.</li> </ul><ul><li><b>Updated content</b> presents the latest coding information so you can practice with the most current information available.</li><li><b>Primary focus on ICD-10</b> features color coded units and chapters that are easy to identify. </li></ul>