Learning to Code with ICD-9-CM 2010
Author | : Thomas J. Falen |
Publisher | : Stedman's |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2009-12 |
ISBN-10 | : 1605473189 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781605473185 |
Rating | : 4/5 (185 Downloads) |
Download or read book Learning to Code with ICD-9-CM 2010 written by Thomas J. Falen and published by Stedman's. This book was released on 2009-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to include the new and revised ICD-9-CM codes for 2010, this comprehensive, system-based text teaches the essential ICD-9-CM coding skills needed in medical coding and billing careers. The text provides an overview of ICD-9-CM guidelines on coding practice and introduces students to medical records, including how to locate information and code accurately and efficiently. The book covers symptoms, signs, diagnoses, procedures, and their ICD-9-CM codes by system, and uses actual medical records to show how to code conditions and procedures. A section explains how the coding process affects reimbursement and health services administration. Each chapter includes coding practice exercises.