Book Summary:
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 |