PDF-(DOWNLOAD)-Principles of CPT Coding

This bestselling resource is a comprehensive training and education textbook for the intermediate to advanced coder and health care professional Principles of CPT Coding eighth edition is designed to supplement the CPT code set and provide an indepth guide for proper application of the CPT codes New to this edition are expanded and revised chapter sections updated chapter information new and revised tables and illustrations new coding tips and new and revised chapter exercises. Written for all health care professionals who work closely with diagnosing a patient, coding, or selecting a diagnosis code for patient encounters, this workbook provides practical experience using real-life coding case studies rather than simple diagnosis statements. It can be used as an independent study training tool, as well as for school programs. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction, followed by the exercises and case studies corresponding to each chapter in the ICD-10-CM codebook. Features include: * Chart notes- Understand and apply coding conventions using complete real life chart notes from medical records * Case studies-over 150 real-life case studies help build skill and proficiency * Chapter exercises-hands-on exercises for each case study, using fill-in-the-blank questions including answers with rationales reinforce principles learned * Organized by ICD-10-CM specialty-allows the user to follow along with the ICD-10-CM codebook CPTr coding education straight from the source! The AMA, the expert in CPT coding, offers this new publication on the Introduction to CPTr Coding: Basic principles to learning, understanding and applying the CPT code set. This entry-level coding education resource can be used alone or in a classroom setting. Students and self-learners entering the coding and billing field will learn how to appropriately select the correct codes for the services and procedures performed. It is crucial to understand and correctly apply the CPT coding guidelines for each section and subsection of the CPT codebook. This valuable resource addresses the general guidelines for each at the beginner\'s level, and facilitates comprehension and application of the CPT coding guidelines. Each chapter contains valuable features to provide further educational guidance on appropriate coding, such as: * Check your Knowledge -- questions and answers to test your comprehension of the material * Key Terms -- defines fundamental terms used within the text for ease of use * Coding Tips -- helpful information listed throughout each chapter * Illustrations -- specific to the anatomy of the procedures and codes * Real-life coding examples -- teach you how to apply your new skills * Chapter exercises-- hands-on exercises challenge your knowledge of each chapter Whether you are a student or a self-learner, this book will teach you the essentials of CPT coding, and help to launch you into the exciting career of coding. Principles of CPT Coding, ninth edition, is a best-selling resource that provides education on CPT billing and guidelines. It offers valuable training on how to code correctly with CPT. Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding provides the tools needed for providers and payers to accurately and effectively use the ICD-10-CM code set. It clarifies the new diagnosis codes in detail to assist in making correct ICD-10-CM coding choices. Examples of real-life chart notes are included. The third edition of Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding helps health care professionals learn how to make correct decisions when selecting diagnosis codes using the new system. It is written for all skill levels-from basic to advanced-and appropriate for self- learners and the classroom. This educational tool helps professionals: * Understand the purpose of ICD-10-CM and its relationship to the reimbursement process * Understand and apply coding conventions when assigning codes * Interpret basic coding guidelines for outpatient care * Assign ICD-10-CM codes to the highest level of specificity * Properly sequence ICD-10-CM codes The third edition of Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding Workbook helps health care professionals learn from real-life ICD-10-CM chart notes and case studies rather than simple diagnosis statements. A flexible design allows this ICD-10-CM training workbook to be equally effective in an independent study or classroom environment. Text Unique decision-tree flowcharts provide an easy to follow, visual process for identifying and assigning codes. Modifiers are taught in context, so you recognize how and when to use them with a code assignment. The organization of the text corresponds to the coding reference books (ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS) to help you learn how to use coding references more effectively. Real-world examples (from redacted medical documentation) and case studies teach you how to troubleshoot rejected claims and how to avoid rejections in the first place. A focus on the most common coding situations highlights the issues that will be encountered most often in practice. Flow charts, documentation tools, decision matrices, and step-by-step instructions for translating E/M documentation into the appropriate level of E/M code based on AMA and CMS guidelines help you better understand and master this complex area of coding. Coding alerts and caution devices teach you how to avoid common stumbling blocks.MedicalCodingLab.comThis immersive, online learning program enhances what you\'re learning in the text and develops your critical-thinking skills through interactive exercises and realistic coding simulationsInteractive E-Book--the Conquer Medical Coding text in an easy-to-use, online format--lets you do all of your course reading and lessons online. Medical Coding Lab features interactive case studies, code-building and code-analyzing activities, flash cards, short answer questions, and our popular Don\'t Tip the Scale exercises. Capstone Cases offer complex, real-life scenarios to prepare you for the complexities you may face as a professional coder and teach you how to decipher medical documentation so you can become an accurate coder. Gradebook tracks your progress every step of the way so you\'ll know exactly how you\'re doing in the course. It also shows where you need to focus your studies until you\'ve mastered the concepts and are ready to apply them in class and actual practice. Written for all health care professionals who work closely with diagnosing a patient, coding, or selecting a diagnosis code for patient encounters, this workbook provides practical experience using real-life coding case studies rather than simple diagnosis statements. It can be used as an independent study training tool, as well as for school programs. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction, followed by the exercises and case studies corresponding to each chapter in the ICD-10-CM codebook. Features include: * Chart notes- Understand and apply coding conventions using complete real life chart notes from medical records * Case studies-over 150 real-life case studies help build skill and proficiency * Chapter exercises-hands-on exercises for each case study, using fill-in-the-blank questions including answers with rationales reinforce principles learned * Organized by ICD-10-CM specialty-allows the user to follow along with the ICD-10-CM codebook Principles of CPT Coding, ninth edition, is a best-selling resource that provides education on CPT billing and guidelines. It offers valuable training on how to code correctly with CPT. Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding provides the tools needed for providers and payers to accurately and effectively use the ICD-10-CM code set. It clarifies the new diagnosis codes in detail to assist in making correct ICD-10-CM coding choices. Examples of real-life chart notes are included. 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