ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding: Theory and Practice, 2017 Edition - Softcover

Lovaasen, Karla R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0323478050 ISBN 13: 9780323478052

Publisher: Saunders, 2016

Synopsis

'Learn by doing' with this comprehensive guide to facility-based coding! ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding: Theory and Practice, 2017 Edition provides an in-depth understanding of inpatient diagnosis and procedure coding. It combines basic coding principles, clear examples, plenty of challenging exercises, and the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting to ensure coding accuracy using the latest codes. From leading medical coding authority and AHIMA-approved ICD-10 Trainer Karla Lovaasen, this expert resource will help you succeed whether you're learning to code for the first time or making the transition to ICD-10! F 30-day access to TruCode� encoder on the Evolve companion website provides realistic practice with using an encoder. Coding examples and exercises let you apply concepts and practice coding with ICD-10-CM/PCS codes. UPDATED Illustrations and examples of key diseases help you understand how commonly encountered conditions relate to ICD-10-CM coding. ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting provide fast, easy access instruction on proper application of codes. Coverage of both common and complex procedures prepares you for inpatient procedural coding using ICD-10-PCS. Illustrated, full-color design emphasizes important content such as anatomy and physiology and visually reinforces key concepts. Coverage of medical records provides a context for coding and familiarizes you with documents you will encounter on the job. Coverage of common medications promotes coding accuracy by introducing medication names commonly seen in medical records. NEW Coding Medical and Surgical Procedures chapter is added to this edition. UPDATED content includes revisions to icd-10 code and coding guidelines, ensuring you have the latest coding information.

Edition details

• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0323478050
• ISBN 13: 9780323478052
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 712