Now with Medicare Code Edits (MCE) for the new ICD-10 MS-DRG reimbursement system the 2014 ICD-10-PCS: the Complete Official Draft Code Set makes facing the challenge of learning a new code set easier. Prepare for the future of coding using the resource that contains the latest version of the official government draft of the ICD-10-PCS code set, plus the features you have come to rely upon for coding accuracy in your ICD-9-CM code books. Ease the learning curve and face the challenges ahead with confidence. Key Benefits and Features: Optum Edge: Color-coding and symbols for the Medicare Co

Build or assign procedure codes accurately with Carol J. Buck's 2013 ICD-10-PCS Draft Manual. Using Netter's Anatomy illustrations along with the ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, this handy reference simplifies the procedure coding system by giving you the information and tables you need to ensure accurate billing and optimal reimbursement for hospital-based medical services. Coverage of ICD-10-PCS codes prepares you for the new code set replacing ICD-9-CM Volume 3 for hospital-based, inpatient procedures. UPDATED 2013 Official Draft Code set includes the ICD-10 codes needed for inpatient procedure coding. ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting are included in full for fast, easy access to coding rules when you need them. UNIQUE! 32 full-color Netter anatomy images are included in the front of the book and cross referenced within the coding tables, helping you understand anatomy and how it affects coding. Age and Sex edits identify the codes associated with age and sex limitations in the Definition of Medicare Code Edits, so you can accurately detect inconsistencies between a patient's age and sex and any diagnosis or procedure on the patient's record. New, full color tables make it easier to build the proper code.

This codebook helps Medical practices prepare for the future of hospital procedural coding with the latest and most comprehensive version of the official government draft of the ICD-10-PCS code set. ICD-10-PCS 2014: The Complete Official Draft Code Set presents the complete code set in 16 sections of tables arranged by general procedure type. Tables within the extensive Medical and Surgical section are additionally sectioned out by body system and indicated by color-coded page borders. The illustrated ICD-10-PCS codebook contains classifications for procedures, devices and technologies. The 2014 edition provides the latest code changes since publication of the 2013 edition.

The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) proudly introduces the ICD-10-PCS Code Book, 2014 Draft, to help you learn about and prepare for International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System. A portion of the proceeds from each book are donated to the AHIMA Foundation. Key Features Color-coding of sections helps make navigation and code selection easier Medical-Surgical and OB sections include Code Listings References to coding guidelines included throughout the Code Listings Anatomical art included in each body system section of the Medical and Surgical Tables and Code Listings Identification of procedures that impact Medicare Code Editor edits Identification of procedures that impact MS-DRG pathways and edits Identification of procedures that are included in Medicare's Hospital-Acquired Conditions program Appendices include Root Operation Definitions, Type and Qualifier Definitions, Medical and Surgical Approach Definitions, Body Part Key, and Device Key and Aggregation Table

Experienced ICD-9-CM coders trained by AHIMA-certified ICD-10-PCS trainers can use this manual to build their knowledge of ICD-10-PCS. In addition to a textual adaptation of AHIMA's "ICD-10-PCS Overview: Deciphering the Code," a distance education course that is a prerequisite to AHIMA's ICD-10 Academies, the manual contains references to and explanations of ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines and conventions. It provides ICD-10-PCS coding exercises at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced level. These exercises emphasize all aspects of the coding classification system to allow students to apply their knowledge of coding principles and definitions. Answers are also provided.