TY  - BOOK
AU  - Johnson,Sandra L.
AU  - Linker,Robin I.
TI  - Understanding medical coding: a comprehensive guide
SN  - 9781111306809
AV  - RB115 .U525 2013
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Clifton Park, NY
PB  - Delmar Cengage Learning
KW  - Nosology
KW  - Code numbers
KW  - Local
KW  - Relative Value Scales
KW  - Forms and Records Control
KW  - methods
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; This textbook is organized into 16 chapters : Chapter 1. An introduction to the profession of medical coding. -- Chapter 2. through 4 cover the main coding systems. -- Chapter 5. is dedicated to Evaluation and Management codes. -- Chapter 6-12. are categorized by coding sections of the CPT and ICD-9-CM coding manuals, including obstetrics and medicine. -- Chapter 13. contains information about CPT and HCPCS modifiers.-- Chapter 14. delves into the particulars of insurance and billing in medical care facilities and practices, specifically for the ambulatory setting. -- Chapter 15. continues the discussion of insurance and reimbursement wtih in-depth coverage of how to file the claim form, using the CMS-1500 form. There are numerous examples throughout this chapter covering Medicare and Medicaid, other government insurance programs, HMOs, and various Blue Cross Shield insurance policies. -- Chapter 16. contains detailed descriptions of payment cycles and strategies to receive proper reimbursement, and also discusses audit procedures and compliance concepts
ER  -