2009 ICD-9-CM, Volumes 1 and 2 Professional Edition Carol J. Buck,
Publisher: Saunders
ISBN: 1416044485
DDC: 616
Edition: Spiral-bound; 2008-08-27
Summary:
Code more quickly and effectively with Saunders 2009 ICD-9-CM Vol. 1
& 2, Professional Edition. Combining the 2009 Official Guidelines for
Coding and Reporting (OCGR) with a format designed by coders for
coders, this handy, spiral-bound reference helps you easily access
the information you need to stay up to date and ensure the most
accurate billing and optimal reimbursement in physician-based coding.
Plus, you can take this resource into your certification exams for
enhanced testing support!The 2008 Official Guidelines for Coding and
Reporting (OGCR) are listed in the front matter of the manual and
again by the codes to which they refer for fast, easy access the
coding rules. Full-color tables ease eye strain and help you locate
codes quickly.Color-coded annotations highlight codes that have
special consideration before assigning, such as use additional
digit(s), nonspecific codes, and codes that cannot be assigned as
principal diagnoses. Symbols throughout the text alert you to new,
revised, and deleted codes.Identification of Present on Admission
codes within the Tabular List in addition to the reporting guidelines
in the front matter of the manual. Boxed fourth and fifth digit
tables to easily locate these additional digits for
assignment.At-a-glance listing of new, revised, and deleted codes
located in the front of the manual give you a concise summary of all
code updates.Support you can take into your certification exams to
enhance your testing experience and help you ensure certification
success.Detailed disease explanations in blue typeface provide more
information on common diseases and conditions, helping you code more
effectively.Helpful coding hints located through the manual in red
typeface.Full-color artwork enhances comprehension of difficult
terminology, diseases/conditions, and specific coding situations.An
exclusive focus on ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 & 2 provides clear, concise
coverage of physician-based and hospital outpatient coding
essentials.The convenient spiral-bound design and colored sections
help you find the section you need fast.
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