Learning to Code with CPT/HCPCS 2012
Author | : Thomas J. Falen |
Publisher | : Stedman's |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011-12-05 |
ISBN-10 | : 0781781280 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780781781282 |
Rating | : 4/5 (80 Downloads) |
Download or read book Learning to Code with CPT/HCPCS 2012 written by Thomas J. Falen and published by Stedman's. This book was released on 2011-12-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to include the new and revised CPT/HCPS codes for 2012, this comprehensive, system-based text teaches the essential CPT/HCPCS coding skills needed in medical coding and billing careers. The text provides an overview of coding 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 CPT/HCPS 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.