Год выпуска: 2008 Автор: Carol J. Buck Издательство: Страниц: 976 ISBN: 1416044493
Описание
Learn to code more quickly and effectively with Saunders 2009 ICD-9-CM Vol. 1 & 2, Standard Edition. Combining the 2008 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OCGR) with a format designed by coders for coders, this handy reference helps you easily ccess the information you need to stay up to date and ensure the most accurate billing and maximum reimbursement in physician-based coding.The 2008 Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OGCR) are listed in the front matter of the manual and again y the codes to which they refer for fast, easy access the coding rules. Two-color tables ease eye strain and help you locate codes quickly.Annotations highlight codes that have special consideration before assigning, such as use additional digit(s), nonspcific 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...