Coder S Desk Reference For Procedures 2010

This reference provides lay descriptions of CPT codes, definitions of medical terminology, anatomical charts, eponyms, acronyms, and medical abbreviations. It is a ready guide for those who use procedure codes, as well as others desiring commonly used medical terminology and billing information.

Coding is a skill requiring in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, new technology, coding guidelines, and documentation issues. Both novice and experienced coders will have questions--so when the code book and guidelines do not provide the answers, the Coders' Desk Reference for ICD-9-CM Procedures will. With this comprehensive resource on all the ICD-9-CM procedure codes, you can improve coding confidence by gaining a better understanding of the technical terminology and intricacies of procedures, along with essential coding tips, before selecting a code..

The Coders' Desk Reference for ICD-10-PCS Procedures addresses the challenge of translating common procedural nomenclature used by providers to the corresponding ICD-10-PCS coding terminology. Because provider documentation often does not reflect the precise terminology found in ICD-10-PCS, correct procedure coding is dependent on the ability of the coder to translate common procedural terminology to the appropriate procedural terminology of ICD-10-PCS. This resource is organized by common procedural nomenclature used in the hospital setting and then linked to the related root operation table(s); the procedure is described in layman's terms, translated to ICD-10-PCS root operation terminology, and the corresponding root operation table(s) is identified.

The Coders' Desk Reference for Procedures is a comprehensive resource for all 2013 CPT codes. This all-inclusive tool helps identify the minute differences between, and components of, similar CPT codes. You'll code more accurately from operative reports and produce cleaner claims the first time by improving your understanding of the clinical meanings behind the codes and checking billing and coding information for Medicare. Plus, this reference is ideal for training new coders and medical staff in the CPT coding system.

With the numerous CPT code changes expected in 2010, the most novice to experienced coders will have questions- and the Ingenix Coders' Desk Reference for Procedures provides the coding and clinical expert you can keep at your side to find the answers you need. The comprehensive resource for all 2010 CPT codes, this all-inclusive tool helps identify the minute differences between, and components of, similar CPT codes. You'll code more accurately from operative reports and produce cleaner claims the first time by improving your understanding of the clinical meanings behind the codes and checking billing and coding information for Medicare. Plus, this reference is ideal for training new coders and medical staff in the CPT coding system.

With the numerous CPT code changes expected in 2011, the most novice to experienced coders will have questions and the Ingenix CODERS' DESK REFERENCE FOR PROCEDURES provides the coding and clinical expert you can keep at your side to find the answers you need. The comprehensive resource for all 2011 CPT codes, this all-inclusive tool helps identify the minute differences between and components of, similar CPT codes. You will code more accurately from operative reports and produce cleaner claims the first time by improving their understanding of the clinical meanings behind the codes and checking billing and coding information for Medicare.