This workbook contains coding exercises referencing each section of the CPT-4 and ICD-9-CM coding manuals. Exercises requiring HCPCS Level II codes are also provided. Condition and procedure statements in the exercises reflect the current annual editions of the coding manuals. by completing the exercises, learners will expand their medical vocabulary and increase their coding skills for the physician's office. Also included are the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines for diagnosis coding and reporting by physicians. Learners need current CPT-4, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS codin
This workbook contains coding exercises referencing each section of the CPT-4 and ICD-9-CM coding manuals, as well as HCPCS Level II Codes. These exercises use the same terms physicians use when they describe services. Students will expand their medical vocabulary as well as increase their coding skills for the physician's office. This workbook includes HCFA (Health Care Financing Administration) rules for diagnosis coding and reporting by physicians. Students need current CPT-4, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS coding manuals to complete the exercises.
This unique workbook features coding exercises referencing each section of the current annual CPT-4 and ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding manuals. with interactive exercises focusing on condition and procedure statements, learners will expand their medical vocabulary and enhance their coding skills for the physician's office. Included in the workbook are the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines for diagnosis coding and reporting by physicians. Learners need current CPT-4, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS coding manuals to complete the exercises.
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Gain real-world practice in insurance billing and coding! Corresponding to the chapters in Fordney’s Insurance Handbook for the Medical Office, 13th Edition, this workbook provides realistic, hands-on exercises that help you apply concepts and develop critical thinking skills. Study tools include chapter overviews, key terms, chapter review exercises, and case study assignments. Key terms and abbreviations lists at the beginning of each chapter provide a quick reference to the health insurance terminology you need to know. Critical thinking assignments help you connect theory to practice with real-world scenarios. Self-study exercises – including matching, true/false, multiple-choice, mix and match, and fill-in-the-blank questions – help you practice important concepts. Performance objectives make learning easy by highlighting what you need to accomplish in each chapter. Study outlines focus your review by listing key points for each chapter UPDATED content reflects changes in the text, ensuring you have the latest guidelines and regulations for medical insurance billing and coding available. UPDATED coverage of key health insurance topics includes HIPAA compliance, the HITECH Act, health reform of 2010, electronic health records, NUCC standards, Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) Incentive Program, meaningful use, and CPT 2013. NEW CMS-1500 (02-12) claim form includes block-by-block explanations and examples. UPDATED ICD-10 coding information prepares you for the ICD-10 transition. UPDATED self-assessment quizzes on Evolve test your knowledge of the material in each chapter. UPDATED guidelines for the filing and submission of electronic claims include sample screenshots, preparing you for the future of the medical office.
This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. The new and fully updated edition of this leading textbook places law in the context of nursing practice today. Recent developments examined include the Human Tissue Act 2004, which regulates the use of human material for research and transplantation purposes; the Mental Capacity Act 2005, which regulates treatment concerning patients lacking mental capacity; new developments in patient safety and risk management; and the revised NHS patient complaints system. - Up to date information on: The revised NHS patient complaints system; Human Tissue Act 2004; Mental Capacity Act 2005; and Developments in patient safety and risk management - Accessible, up to date account of the law and its application to nursing practice - Coverage of controversial subject areas such as assisted suicide - Information on nurse prescribingUp to date information on:* Human Tissue Act 2004* Mental Capacity Act 2005* Developments in patient safety and risk management* The revised NHS patient complaints system
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