The third edition of Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding helps health care professionals learn how to make correct decisions when selecting diagnosis codes using the new system. It is written for all skill levels-from basic to advanced-and appropriate for self- learners and the classroom. This educational tool helps professionals: * Understand the purpose of ICD-10-CM and its relationship to the reimbursement process * Understand and apply coding conventions when assigning codes * Interpret basic coding guidelines for outpatient care * Assign ICD-10-CM codes to the highest level of specificity * Properly sequence ICD-10-CM codes

Designed for both the self-learner and classroom use, this educational ICD-10-CM coding resource teaches the user how to make the correct decision when selecting diagnosis codes using the new coding system. Written for all skill levels from basic to advanced, Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding provides examples of real-life chart notes to enhance understanding and provides the tools needed to select ICD-10-CM codes confidently. Organized in two sections, Part I provides an overview of the material in ICD-10-CM covering conventions and terminology, content, format, general coding guidelines, the coding process and supplementary classifications. Part II presents the basic guidelines for coding each chapter and provides concrete instructions on how to code the diseases and injuries categorized in ICD-10-CM. Features and Benefits - UPDATED CODES!--content has been updated and revised using the 2018 ICD-10-CM code set - Introduction to ICD-10-CM--contains conventions and terminology used in the ICD-10-CM coding system - Chapters organized by codebook section--allow the reader to follow along with the ICD-10-CM codebook - Chart notes--code directly from real-life chart notes from medical records using the ICD-10-CM coding system - Tools for self-learning and classroom use--includes end-of-chapter exercises with answers, PowerPoint(R) presentations for instructors, additional exercises with answers and mid-term and final examinations

"Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding is a best-selling resource that provides the tools needed for medical professionals to confidently transition from ICD-9-CM to ICD-10-CM. It clarifies the new diagnosis codes in detail to assist in making correct ICD-10-CM coding choices. Examples of real-life chart notes are included."--

Get practical ICD-10-CM experience using real-life coding case studies Make the transition easier with this companion workbook to Principles of ICD-10-CM Coding. Written for all health care professionals who work closely with either diagnosing a patient, coding, or selecting a diagnosis code for patient encounters. Learn from real-life coding case studies rather than simple diagnosis statements. Designed as an independent study training tool, as well as for school programs. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction followed by the exercises and case studies corresponding to each chapter in the ICD-10-CM codebook. Organized by ICD-10-CM codebook section, this educational resource uses real chart notes from medical records to build skill and proficiency. Hands-on exercises helps users learn and retain the knowledge needed to successfully code with the new ICD-10-CM coding system. Features include: * Chart notes -- code directly from complete, real-life chart notes from medical records using the ICD-10-CM coding system * Chapter exercises -- hands-on exercises for each case using fill in the blank questions includes answer keys with rationale * Organized by ICD-10-CM specialty -- allows the user to follow along with the ICD-10-CM codebook

Written for all health care professionals whose work involves diagnosing a patient, coding or selecting a diagnosis code for patient encounters, this workbook provides practical experience using real-life coding case studies rather than simple diagnosis statements