This practical approach to coding provides a solid foundation in basic coding principles with an emphasis on learning through realistic physician documentation. It prepares students to tackle any coding scenario, from routine to complex. Chapters begin with an emphasis on basic coding documentation and rules to ensure correct coding for ICD-9-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS. Progressively difficult coding exercises incorporate newly learned skills as readers advance through the material. The worktext portion of the book and the companion student workbook provide progressively difficult real-world exercises that build the necessary skills of identifying the right codes from real-world medical charts. Learning objectives, numerous examples, chapter reviews, and coding reference tools throughout provide the necessary learning tools to fully master basic and advanced coding concepts.
Customer Review: CODING PRACTICE
I used the textbook and workbook to practice for the coding certification exam. This book had more practice exercises than any of the others I considered. I liked the step by step approach. Also, I do not need the medical terminology included in a lot of other medical coding books.
Customer Review: BOOK NOW HAS ANSWER KEY
New edition now has answer key for self-study as well as additional workbook with additional exercises for additional study for certification exam or extra practice. Also serves as great reference guide for the office after study. Well worth its price!!!