ICD-9-CM Diagnostic Coding and Reimbursement for Physician Services, 2003

The coding process requires a range of skills that combines knowledge and practice. But where do you get them? The answer is right here, with ICD-9-CM Diagnostic Coding and Reimbursement for Physician Services! It provides a comprehensive text for students and physician-based coding personnel alike. Students will receive an introduction to the basic principles of ICD-9-CM coding with this authoritative volume. But the education doesn’t stop at an introduction; students can work with illustrative examples and exercises based on actual case documentation. The book also teaches students and physician-based coding personnel how to analyze clinical data for reimbursement purposes. Includes ICD-9-CM code updates effective October 1, 2002.