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CPT 2009 Professional Edition (Current Procedural Terminology, Professional Ed.

Michael Beebe, Joyce A. Dalton, Martha Espronceda

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Your trusted source for official CPT® coding guidelines from CPT® Editorial Panel Experts.

Hundreds of code text and guideline changes are included as well as:

-AMA exclusive! Crosswalk table - summarizes the deleted 2008 codes and directs the user to the appropriate 2009 procedure/service code
-Color-coded symbols, thumb-notch tabs, legends, dictionary-style headers and detailed color illustrations
-E/M decision-tree process flowchart - guides the user in determining whether to report the E/M services provided as a new or established patient encounter
-Updated CPT® Assistant and Clinical Examples in Radiology newsletter and CPT® Changes book citations - provide guidance and practical advice on how to best apply CPT codes
-Comprehensive appendixes - list vascular families, genetic testing code modifiers and more
-Clinical examples for E/M services codes - help you learn how to use and report services
-Summary of additions, deletions and revisions - provides a quick reference without having to refer to previous editions
-Place of service codes with facility name and description

CPT 2008 Standard Edition: Current Procedural Terminology (Cpt / Current Procedural Terminology (Standard Edition))

Michael Beebe, Joyce A. Dalton, Martha Espronceda, Desiree D. Evans, Rejina L. Glenn

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Straight from the AMA, the only CPTr codebook with official CPT coding guidelines developed by the CPT Editorial Panel. Covers hundreds of code, guideline, and text changes, including extensive changes to the Category II and Category III code sections, intravascular surgery revisions, and gynecological issues. * AMA Exclusive Official CPTr coding rules and guidelines - Developed by the CPT Editorial Panel, the CPT guidelines and coding rules are necessary to correctly interpret and report medical procedures and services * Extensive index - Locate codes by procedure/service, organ/other anatomic site, condition, and synonyms/eponyms and abbreviations * Softbound, black and white format

CPT 2009 Standard Edition (CPT/ Current Procedural Terminology)

Michael Beebe, Joyce A. Dalton, Martha Espronceda

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Stay in compliance with code changes each year with the AMA's official coding resource for procedural codes, rules and guidelines.

-AMA exclusive! Crosswalk table - summarizes deleted 2008 codes and directs users to the appropriate 2009 procedure/service code
E/M decision-tree process flowchart - guides users in determining whether to report the E/M services provided as a new or established patient encounter
Comprehensive appendixes - list vascular families, genetic testing code modifiers and more
Clinical examples for E/M services codes - help you learn how to use and report services
Summary of additions, deletions and revisions - provides a quick reference without having to refer to previous editions
Place of service codes with facility name and description
Softbound, black and white format

CPT 2008 Professional Edition (Cpt / Current Procedural Terminology (Professional Edition))

Michael Beebe, Joyce A. Dalton, Martha Espronceda, Desiree D. Evans, Rejina L. Glenn

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Straight from the AMA, the only CPTr codebook with CPT coding guidelines. Covers hundreds of code, guideline and text changes including extensive changes to the Category II code and Musculoskeletal sections. Organized by CPT code section, also included are revisions to Pathology and Laboratory, Radiology for contrast imaging and Integumentary and Respiratory System sections. This invaluable coding resource also includes: * Exclusive and New E/M Pocket Reference Guide for selecting the appropriate level of E/M service, which expands on last years popular accordion style E/M Express Reference Tables. Now features guidelines and examples of practical code applications. * Cross-walk table that summarizes the deleted codes and directs the user to the appropriate procedure/service codes * Exclusive Comprehensive appendix crosswalk of deleted codes to new codes * E/M decision tree process flowchart - guides the user in determining whether to report the E/M services provided as a new or established patient encounter * Updated CPTr Assistant and Clinical Examples in Radiology newsletter and CPTr Changes book citations * Clinical examples for E/M services codes - learn how to use and report services * Summary of additions, deletions and revisions - provides a quick reference making 2008 code and text changes are apparent without having to refer to previous editions * Color-coded symbols, thumb-notch tabs, legends and dictionary-style headers * Place of service codes with facility name and description - Learn which codes to use on a professional claims to specify the entity where service(s) are rendered

2009 ICD-9-CM, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 Professional Edition

Carol J. Buck

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Code more quickly and effectively with Saunders 2009 ICD-9-CM Vol. 1, 2, & 3, Professional Edition. Combining the 2008 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OCGR) with a format designed by coders for coders, this handy, spiral-bound reference helps you easily access the information you need to stay up to date and ensure the most accurate billing for facility coding. Plus, you can take this resource into your certification exams for enhanced testing support!

• o The 2008 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OGCR) are listed in the front matter of the manual and again by the codes to which they refer for fast, easy access the coding rules.
• o Full-color tables ease eye strain and help you locate codes quickly.
• o Color-coded annotations highlight codes that have special consideration before assigning, such as use additional digit(s), nonspecific codes, and codes that cannot be assigned as principal diagnoses.
• o Symbols throughout the text alert you to new, revised, and deleted codes.
• No Identification of Present on Admission codes within the Tabular List in addition to the reporting guidelines in the front matter of the manual.
• o Boxed fourth and fifth digit tables to easily locate these additional digits for assignment.
• o At-a-glance listing of new, revised, and deleted codes located in the front of the manual give you a concise summary of all code updates.
• Support you can take into your certification exams to enhance your testing experience and help you ensure certification success.
• o Detailed disease explanations in blue typeface provide more information on common diseases and conditions, helping you code more effectively.
• o Helpful coding hints located throughout the manual in red typeface.
• o Full-color artwork enhances comprehension of difficult terminology, diseases/conditions, and specific coding situations.
• o An exclusive focus on ICD-9-CM Volumes 1, 2 & 3 provides clear, concise coverage of hospital-based coding essentials.

ICD-9-CM Coding Handbook 2009, with Answers (ICD-9-CM Coding Handbook (W/Answers))

Faye Brown

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The Handbook is the only guide published in collaboration with the Central Office on ICD-9-CM of the American Hospital Association the official industry body that prepares the AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM. Faye Brown s ICD-9-CM Coding Handbook helps coders understand the principles behind the classification system so they can apply the official coding advice found in the three volumes of the ICD-9-CM Coding Manual. Academic and in-service instructors can easily arrange course outlines and study exercises around Handbook chapters to train new and experienced coders. Each Handbook contains 100-plus exercises and review questions that allow coders to practice coding skills, plus an additional 269 case summary exercises, based on real patient records. The book contains official 2009 code changes covering pain management, pressure ulcers, ventilator associated pneumonia, POA requirements, etc. Additional instructor training aids and an expanded reference section make this a uniquely effective training tool. A free, 60-minute audio presentation on Handbook highlights by Nelly Leon-Chisen, RHIA, is offered to purchasers.

NEW in the 2009 Handbook:
269 case summary exercises for beginner thru intermediate coders; free 60-minute audio presentation by Nelly Leon-Chisen, RHIA; official code changes covering pain management, pressure ulcers, ventilator associated pneumonia, POA requirements, etc.; color guides and expanded reference index; updated ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS information from the AHA Central Office; 100+ chapter exercises and review questions with code updates; updated Power Point slides on Handbook chapters; and, updated case summary exercise bank.

Physician ICD-9-CM 2008, Volumes 1 & 2

American Medical Association

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ICD-9 '08 review 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This is a "must have" product for physicians and their billers or coders in order to submit proper coding/billing documents the first time around. It should save a lot of time and of course, time is money!

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Be prepared with the most recent ICD-9-CM code changes with this comprehensive resource strategically organized to help improve coding accuracy and efficiency. Includes dictionary style headings, color tabs and legends on each page. Complete features include: * Current official code set with complete summary of code Changes - Provides a quick reference to all relevant 2008 changes; includes instructional notes, additional conventions and complete coding guidelines * Clinically-oriented definitions and illustrations * Color fourth- and fifth-digit alert symbols in index and tabular * Valid three-digit list - Identifies when an additional digit is not available for a condition or disease * Age and sex edits - Correctly identify codes that are restricted dependent upon age or sex of patient * V code designation symbol alerts * "Unspecified" and "Other Specified" code alerts

Saunders 2008 ICD-9-CM, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 Standard Edition

Carol J. Buck

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SAUNDERS 2008 ICD-9-CM Vol. 1, 2 & 3 STANDARD EDITION combines the most current ICD-9-CM information from a source you can trust. This handy reference gives you quick access to the coding references vital to medical billing. This inclusive book is your complete guide to both physician-based and inpatient coding, and also features the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, giving you the most up-to-date coding information in an easy-to-use format.

• Coverage of all three ICD-9-CM volumes fulfills all of your coding needs with one comprehensive guide.
• Convenient design gives you fast, easy access to content.
• Detailed disease explanations help you better understand diseases for accurate, more efficient coding.
• Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting keep you up-to-date on changes to CMS rules.
• Symbols throughout the text clearly highlight all new and revised codes for quick identification and reference.
• At-a-glance listing of new and revised codes alerts located in the front of the book gives you a concise summary of all recent coding updates.
• All from Carol Buck, the most trusted name in medical coding!

CPC Coding Exam Review 2008: The Certification Step (CPC Coding Exam Review: Certification Step)

Carol J. Buck

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This complete exam review highlights important content necessary to pass the CPC exam. It includes all the content sections found in the exam AND two full practice exams with answers and rationales. Using an easy-to-follow outline format, the text coves anatomy and terminology for each body area, reimbursement issues, and an overview of CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS coding. The two practice exams simulate the examination experience to give you added confidence when taking the CPC exam.

• Comprehensive CPC coverage highlights essential information for passing the AAPC CPC exam, with figures for reference as needed, for the simplest, most efficient review.
• Concise outline format gives you quick and easy access to content and helps you maximize your study time.
• Bound-in companion CD includes the Pre- and Post-Exams, with electronic scoring to help you track your learning progress.
• Final Exam mimics the AAPC CPC exam format and bolsters your test-taking confidence.
• Answers and rationales for practice exams reinforce your understanding of coding concepts.
• Evolve online resources supplement your review with study tips, web links, and additional information on related review sources.

Medical Billing, Coding, and Reimbursement

Loretta Sinclair

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