Modifiers Explained 2018

The Coding Institute

ISBN 10: 1635273943 / ISBN 13: 9781635273946

Published by The Coding Institute, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modifiers Explained 2018
• Publisher: The Coding Institute
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1635273943
• ISBN 13: 9781635273946
• Binding: Unknown
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

Master Accurate Modifier Assignments in 2018 with Simple Steps, Examples, and Exercises

Are you grappling with which modifier to select and when? Do you need help interpreting modifier assignments?

Designed for beginning coders, coding instructors, and as a refresher for experienced coders, Modifiers Explained 2018 jumpstarts learning with an in-depth and easy-to-follow primer on modifiers, including how and when to use them

This training book is brimming with real-world examples, advice, and practice exercises—with an answer key in the back of the book. Practice managers will find the exercises ideal for boosting their staff’s modifier knowledge, as well as testing candidates’ skills before hiring new coders.

Updated for 2018, our veteran coding educators dissect confusing modifiers and simplify complicated CMS modifier regulations—including nuances of the global surgical package—into concepts that are easy to understand and apply. You’ll conquer the most challenging modifiers with actual coding scenarios—including whether to use modifier 96 or modifier 97, both new in 2018, for your habilitative and rehabilitative services.

Master lists of 2018 CPT and HCPCS modifiers and their lay descriptions help you nail down the ins and outs of using each modifier, as well as the coding, billing, and reimbursement implications of each.

Get the lowdown on the most common modifiers and clear up professional/technical component confusion. Capitalize on coding tips for billing modifiers correctly and access definitions to relevant terms for better understanding. Achieve coding success you can bank on with TCI’s Modifiers Explained 2018, your step-by-step guide to assigning 2018 CPT and HCPCS modifiers.