CPT Reference Guide for Cardiovascular Coding 2013 - Softcover

American Medical Association

9781603597760: CPT Reference Guide for Cardiovascular Coding 2013

Softcover

ISBN 10: 160359776X ISBN 13: 9781603597760

Publisher: American Medical Association, 2013

Efficiently and accurately report cardiovascular services and procedures CPTr Reference Guide for Cardiovascular Coding 2013, now includes discussion of 49 more codes in such areas as E/M Services, the Cardiovascular subsections of Surgery and of Medicine, and Category III. Co-published by the CPT experts of the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF) cardiovascular specialists, this cardiology coding and reimbursement resource provides a complete overview of the heart structures, vessels, and conduction system, including cardiovascular basics and common ailments. Features: * Returning for 2013! An updated and expanded edition of the glossary that last appeared in the 2011 edition -- provides quick and clear explanation of those terms you need to understand in order to code properly * More than 20 new and revised coding tips -- give that extra bit of insider detail to help you code properly * Updated! Exclusive CPTr Assistant, CPTr Changes, and Clinical Examples in Radiology citations -- link you to three authoritative AMA resources that offer in-depth explanations of specific procedures and services while improving your understanding of cardiovascular coding * Current coding and payment policy information from AMA and ACCF -- ensures the most appropriate code selection for diagnostic and therapeutic radiological and cardiovascular procedures and services * Procedural and anatomical illustrations -- offer a visual reference to better understand interventional procedures and the associated codes * Descriptions of services and case examples -- increase your ability to recognize appropriate codes when reporting procedures and services * Numerous detailed appendixes -- place valuable information within reach and save you time with research

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