Step-By-Step Medical Coding (Step-By-Step Medical Coding)

Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field This practical, easy-to-use resource walks you through each step of the medical coding and reimbursement process, providing an in-depth introduction to essential coding concepts followed by practice exercises that reinforce your understanding. The 2010 edition has been expanded and reorganized into four units: Reimbursement; ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM; CPT and HCPCS; and Inpatient Coding. No other text on the market brings together such thorough coverage of all coding systems in one source

This detailed introduction to coding concepts walks readers through each step of the medical coding and reimbursement process, with real-life examples, review quizzes, practice exercises, and quotes and advice from real-life professionals in medical coding. The book's color design includes anatomical illustrations, clinical photos, and boxed tips, with about 150 new and enhanced illustrations for this edition. This edition has been expanded and reorganized into four units on reimbursement; ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM; CPT and HCPCS; and inpatient coding. A companion web site offers activities and appendices of coding guidelines. Buck is retired as program director of Medical Secretarial Programs at Northwest Technical College. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

This money savings package includes Step-by-Step Medical Coding 2009 Edition - Text, 2010 ICD-9-CM for Hospitals, Volumes 1, 2, & 3 Professional Edition, 2009 HCPCS Level II Professional Edition and 2009 CPT Professional Edition.