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

Workbook for Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition, 1e
by Carol J. Buck MS CPC CPC-H CCS-P
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Review & Description

Strengthen your ability to code accurately and obtain the correct reimbursement for medical services with this helpful workbook. Specifically designed to parallel the content of Carol J. Buck's Step-By-Step Medical Coding 2012 Edition, it provides more than 1,000 questions and terminology exercises (with odd numbered answers provided) that cover both the ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnosis coding systems, and includes over 90 original source documents to familiarize you with the materials you'll encounter in practice.

• Over 90 original source documents provide real-world experience to prepare you for employers' expectations.
• Dual coding in chapters 13-31 (where both ICD-10 and ICD-9 answers are provided for every question with an ICD answer) ensures you can code using the systems of both today and tomorrow.
• More than 1,000 questions and terminology exercises familiarize you with documents you will encounter in practice.
• Consistent question format with odd numbered answers provided mirrors the format of the main text to improve your coding skills and promote critical thinking.
• Original reports, cleared of all confidential information, simulate real-world experience in areas such as:

• Arthroscopy
• Fracture repair with skeletal fixation
• Muscle repair
• Bronchoscopy
• Adenotonsillectomy
• Thoracentesis
• Endarterectomy
• Cesarean delivery
• Tubal ligation
• Amniocentesis
• Laboratory
• Pathology

• Primary focus on ICD-10 prepares you for the upcoming 2013 transition with plenty of theory, practical exercises, and report activities covering the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system.
• Updated content reflects the latest coding developments so you can practice with the most current information available.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #34754 in Books
• Published on: 2011-12-07
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .60" h x 8.40" w x 10.70" l, 1.45 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 320 pages