Principles of ICD-9-CM Coding, Second Edition

Principles of ICD-9-CM, Second Edition will help the reader to understand the purpose of ICD-9-CM and its relationship to the reimbursement process, understand and apply coding conventions when assigning codes, interpret basic coding guidelines for outpatient care and understand basic medical terminology to assign ICD-9-CM codes correctly. This resource includes:

-An introduction to the content, format and coding process of ICD-9-CM

-An in-depth analysis for identifying the most appropriate codes

-Chapter learning objectives

-New chapters covering ICD-9-CM conventions and terminology and the future of diagnostic coding - ICD-10-CM

-New coding tips and additional examples to help the reader understand the topics discussed

-Chapter checkpoint exercises and skill builders provided in a variety of formats to allow the reader to master each chapter

-New mid-term examination and final examination can be used in a classroom setting or informally

Simplify and streamline learning the ICD-9-CM coding process.

Principles of ICD-9-CM Coding, Second Edition is a textbook learning tool filled with explanations, background, tips, exercises and self-tests that lead new and veteran coders through all phases of the ICD-9-CM coding process for outpatient and physician services. It also prepares them to:

-Understand the purpose of ICD-9-CM and its relationship to the reimbursement process -Understand and apply coding conventions when assigning codes -Interpret basic coding guidelines for outpatient care -Assign ICD-9-CM codes to the highest level of specificity -Properly sequence ICD-9-CM codes -Understand basic medical terminology to correctly assign ICD-9-CM codes

Additions to the second edition include a chapter on understanding conventions and terminology, an overview of ICD-10-CM, midterm and final examinations, and new coding tips and examples.

The broad range of coding information is an easy-to-understand format makes this book a valuable resource for coders at all levels of experience. Whether for classroom use, on-the-job-training, or self-paced individual learning, Principles of ICD-9-CM Coding, Second Edition offers coding professionals a solid foundation for working with ICD-9-CM.