The newest edition of this best-selling educational resource contains
the essential information needed to understand all sections of the CPT
codebook but now boasts inclusion of multiple new chapters and a
significant redesign. The ninth edition of Principles of CPT(R) Coding
is now arranged into two parts: - CPT and HCPCS coding - An overview of
documentation, insurance, and reimbursement principles Part 1 provides a
comprehensive and in-depth guide for proper application of service and
procedure codes and modifiers for which this book is known and trusted.
A staple of each edition of this book, these revised chapters detail the
latest updates and nuances particular to individual code sections and
proper code selection. Part 2 consists of new chapters that explain the
connection between and application of accurate coding, NCCI edits, and
HIPAA regulations to documentation, payment, insurance, and fraud and
abuse avoidance. The new full-color design offers readers of the
illustrated ninth edition a more engaging and far better educational
experience. Features and Benefits - New content! New chapters covering
documentation, NCCI edits, HIPAA, payment, insurance, and fraud and
abuse principles build the reader's awareness of these inter-related and
interconnected concepts with coding. - New learning and design features
-- Vocabulary terms highlighted within the text and defined within the
margins that conveniently aid readers in strengthening their
understanding of medical terminology -- "Advice/Alert Notes" that
highlight important information, exceptions, salient advice, cautionary
advice regarding CMS, NCCI edits, and/or payer practices -- Call outs to
"Clinical Examples" that are reminiscent of what is found in the AMA
publications CPT(R) Assistant, CPT(R) Changes, and CPT(R) Case Studies
-- "Case Examples" peppered throughout the chapters that can lead to
valuable class discussions and help build understanding of critical
concepts -- Code call outs within the margins that detail a code
description -- Full-color photos and illustrations that orient readers
to the concepts being discussed -- Single-column layout for ease of
reading and note-taking within the margins -- Exercises that are
Internet-based or linked to use of the AMA CPT(R) QuickRef app that
encourage active participation and develop coding skills -- Hands-on
coding exercises that are based on real-life case studies
