Being a Medical Information Coder |
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Author:
| Dodson, Laurie Cox-Stevens, Kay |
Series title: | Prentice Hall Health Medical Clerical Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-13-112675-6 |
Publication Date: | May 2003 |
Publisher: | Prentice Hall PTR
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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This book provides an introduction to ICD-9-CM coding that is easy to read and understand but covers basic coding principles comprehensively. With its focus on diagnosis, symptoms, and procedures related to these systems, coding principles are introduced and reinforced throughout. This book provides in-depth coverage of ICD-9-CM coding for medical information professionals, and discusses procedure codes, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, medical record content, and computer use....
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This book provides an introduction to ICD-9-CM coding that is easy to read and understand but covers basic coding principles comprehensively. With its focus on diagnosis, symptoms, and procedures related to these systems, coding principles are introduced and reinforced throughout. This book provides in-depth coverage of ICD-9-CM coding for medical information professionals, and discusses procedure codes, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, medical record content, and computer use. A valuable reference tool for Registered Health Information Technologists (RHITs) and Credentialed Coding Specialists (CCSs).