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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

Stedman's Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing, Illustrated (Standard Edition) (Stedman's Concise Medical Dictionary)

Stedman's

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Great healthcare reference 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

In preparing to re-enter the healthcare field (a Registered Dietitian who's been Innkeeping) I needed to get updated, and found this reference to cover many bases.

Medical Book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Exactly what I wanted for the price. Has been quite beneficial for my class. Thank you for the quick delivery!

Stedman's Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing 5 out of 5 stars.
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All of Stedman's Medical Dictionaries constitute the premiere reference sources for definining and illustrating the lexicon, anatomy, pathologies, and techniques of the healing arts, including clear word roots in the form of prefixes and suffixes, highlighted cross-references, finely illuminated and representationally full-colored delineations of the most salient topics presented, et cetera.

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Featuring over 54,000 entries, this thoroughly updated 6th Edition contains the medical terminology used in over 30 of today's fastest growing health profession areas?plus comprehensive inclusion of entries suited for the nursing field. The book includes 1,000 enriched color images and photographs, detailed images by Anatomical Chart Company in a glossy insert, 68 appendices, and cut thumb tabs for quick A-to-Z reference. More than 46 leading consultants from health professions and nursing contributed to the enhancements of this edition.

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

AMA Physician ICD-9-CM 2009

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Be prepared for the most recent ICD-9-CM code changes with this comprehensive resource strategically organized to help improve coding accuracy and efficiency. This code book with dictionary-style headings, clinically-oriented definitions and illustrations, and color tabs and legends on each page presents current and official code information combined with intuitive symbols and color coding for all Medicare code edits vital to accurate reimbursement.

-Intuitive fourth- and fifth-digit alert symbols in index and tabular
-Valid three-digit code list lets you know at a glance whether a three-digit code is valid for submitting a claim
-V-code designation symbol alerts help you recognize when a V code can be used only as primary or additional diagnoses
-Age and sex edits let you know which codes have restrictions on their use based on age or sex of the patient
-"Unspecified" and "Other Specified" code alerts note the codes used only when the medical record documentation does not contain enough information to assign a more specific code or when a more specific code for the diagnosis is not available
-Manifestation code alerts help you clearly identify and properly use codes that represent manifestations of underlying disease, and be alerted when two codes are required
-AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM® references noted with applicable codes, lets you know where to look for additional official coding advice
-Current official code set and complete official coding guidelines

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

Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series)

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Better out there 3 out of 5 stars.
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I really found the calculations book wonderful. But, I was looking for something to supplement even simplify the patho. I own Lewis and that is really in depth. But, this doesn't have everything I want. It is basic! The world of nursing is not basic.

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Expanded, updated, and now in full color throughout, this Fourth Edition presents vital pathophysiology information in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-remember, entertaining, and practical manner. Chapters cover cancer, infection, immune disorders, genetics, blood, and disorders of each body system, highlighting pathophysiologic processes, signs and symptoms, diagnostic test findings, and current treatments. Illustrations, memory joggers, and other special features help readers understand and remember key points. This edition's expanded cancer chapter covers more types of cancer. The Practice Makes Perfect self-test includes more NCLEX(R)-style questions, with rationales for correct and incorrect answers. A companion website on thePoint will offer additional information, illustrations, memory joggers, and study cards.

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.

AMA HCPCS 2009: Medicare's National Level II Codes

American Medical Association

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Your guide to Medicare's National Level II codes! Organized for efficiency and accuracy, with enhanced icons, detailed illustrations, quick-flip color tabs and dictionary-style headings. Additional features include:

-All HCPCS 2009 codes, modifiers and deleted codes - Includes the most up-to-date information found in the HCPCS, MPFS and OPPS files
-DMEPOS icon alerts - Feel confident and save time by knowing exactly what supplies should be submitted
-APC status indicators - Aids in learning which codes are payable under OPPS
-Age and sex edit icons
-AHA's Coding Clinic for HCPCS
-New ASC groups
-National Coverage Manual references and excerpts
-Expanded table of drugs

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.