Current 2003 Procedural Terminology Cpt

Current 2003 Procedural Terminology Cpt
Author: American Medical Association
Publisher: American Medical Association Press
Total Pages: 660
Release: 2002-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781579473037

The AMA's official and most comprehensive coding resource! Our new and improved 2003 edition offers professional coders a straightforward approach to procedural coding. Our book is the only one in the market with official CPT coding rules and guidelines developed by the CPT Editorial Panel and used to define items that are necessary to appropriately interpret and report medical procedures and services.

Principles of CPT Coding

Principles of CPT Coding
Author: American Medical Association
Publisher: American Medical Association Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781622025510

The newest edition of this best-selling educational resource contains the essential information needed to understand all sections of the CPT codebook but now boasts inclusion of multiple new chapters and a significant redesign. The ninth edition of Principles of CPT(R) Coding is now arranged into two parts: - CPT and HCPCS coding - An overview of documentation, insurance, and reimbursement principles Part 1 provides a comprehensive and in-depth guide for proper application of service and procedure codes and modifiers for which this book is known and trusted. A staple of each edition of this book, these revised chapters detail the latest updates and nuances particular to individual code sections and proper code selection. Part 2 consists of new chapters that explain the connection between and application of accurate coding, NCCI edits, and HIPAA regulations to documentation, payment, insurance, and fraud and abuse avoidance. The new full-color design offers readers of the illustrated ninth edition a more engaging and far better educational experience. Features and Benefits - New content! New chapters covering documentation, NCCI edits, HIPAA, payment, insurance, and fraud and abuse principles build the reader's awareness of these inter-related and interconnected concepts with coding. - New learning and design features -- Vocabulary terms highlighted within the text and defined within the margins that conveniently aid readers in strengthening their understanding of medical terminology -- "Advice/Alert Notes" that highlight important information, exceptions, salient advice, cautionary advice regarding CMS, NCCI edits, and/or payer practices -- Call outs to "Clinical Examples" that are reminiscent of what is found in the AMA publications CPT(R) Assistant, CPT(R) Changes, and CPT(R) Case Studies -- "Case Examples" peppered throughout the chapters that can lead to valuable class discussions and help build understanding of critical concepts -- Code call outs within the margins that detail a code description -- Full-color photos and illustrations that orient readers to the concepts being discussed -- Single-column layout for ease of reading and note-taking within the margins -- Exercises that are Internet-based or linked to use of the AMA CPT(R) QuickRef app that encourage active participation and develop coding skills -- Hands-on coding exercises that are based on real-life case studies

"Code of Massachusetts regulations, 2003"

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Total Pages: 18
Release: 2003
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Archival snapshot of entire looseleaf Code of Massachusetts Regulations held by the Social Law Library of Massachusetts as of January 2020.

CPT Changes

CPT Changes
Author: American Medical Association
Publisher: American Medical Association Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9781603598422

Written by the creator of the CPT(R) code set, CPT(R) Changes 2014: An Insider's View helps health care practitioners stay current on CPT changes. Organized in the same manner as the CPT codebook, this guide provides the official AMA rationales for every added, revised and deleted CPT code and guideline. This edition will provide explanation for changes in the following areas of the 2014 code set: Molecular Pathology, Digestive System, Cardiovascular System, Complex Chronic Care Coordination Services, Transitional Care Management Services and Appendix C. CPT Changes 2014: An Insider's View helps health care providers stay current on annual CPT updates. It includes information and rationale on: CPT code and guideline additionsCPT code and guideline deletionsCPT code and guideline revisions

Understanding Hospital Billing and Coding

Understanding Hospital Billing and Coding
Author: Debra P. Ferenc
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 626
Release: 2013-02-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1455723630

A basic guide to hospital billing and reimbursement, Understanding Hospital Billing and Coding, 3rd Edition helps you understand, complete, and submit the UB-04 claim form that is used for all Medicare and privately insured patients. It describes how hospitals are reimbursed for patient care and services, showing how the UB-04 claim form reflects the flow of patient data from the time of admission to the time of discharge. Written by coding expert Debra P. Ferenc, this book also ensures that you understand the essentials of ICD-10-CM and develop skills in both inpatient coding and outpatient/ambulatory surgery coding. UB-04 Claim Simulation on the companion Evolve website lets you practice entering information from source documents into the claim form. Over 300 illustrations and graphics bring important concepts to life. Detailed chapter objectives highlight what you are expected to learn. Key terms, acronyms, and abbreviations with definitions are included in each chapter. Concept Review boxes reinforce key concepts. Test Your Knowledge exercises reinforce lessons as you progress through the material. Chapter summaries review key concepts. Practice hospital cases let you apply concepts to real-life scenarios. Updated Claim Forms chapter covers the UB-04 claim form. Updated information covers diagnosis and procedural coding, with guidelines and applications. Updated claim forms and names are used throughout.

The Physician Billing Process

The Physician Billing Process
Author: Deborah L. Walker
Publisher: Medical Group Management Assn
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2004
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781568292304

Collect money owed to your practice. Improve your revenue cycle by maximizing key processes for professional fee billing. Written by industry experts, this book is a step-by-step guide to billing and collection processes, performance outcomes and advanced billing practices. It includes case studies, tools, checklists, resources, policies and procedures to help you diagnose problems and develop plans to attain optimal financial performance.

Atlas of Primary Care Procedures

Atlas of Primary Care Procedures
Author: Thomas J. Zuber
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 650
Release: 2004
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780781739054

Atlas of Primary Care Procedures is a comprehensive, hands-on resource on the medical procedures most commonly performed in an office setting. The text presents practitioners with step-by-step instructions for performing more than 70 procedures. More than 700 images fully illustrate each procedure. Plus, common pitfalls are discussed along with strategies to avoid them when performing certain procedures. Each chapter includes: ordering information for necessary materials or equipment, CPT codes, and average fees for each procedure.

3D Printing for the Radiologist, E-Book

3D Printing for the Radiologist, E-Book
Author: Nicole Wake
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2021-05-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323775748

Comprehensive, yet concise, 3D Printing for the Radiologist presents an overview of three-dimensional printing at the point of care. Focusing on opportunities and challenges in radiology practice, this up-to-date reference covers computer-aided design principles, quality assurance, training, and guidance for integrating 3D printing across radiology subspecialties. Practicing and trainee radiologists, surgeons, researchers, and imaging specialists will find this an indispensable resource for furthering their understanding of the current state and future outlooks for 3D printing in clinical medicine. - Covers a wide range of topics, including basic principles of 3D printing, quality assurance, regulatory perspectives, and practical implementation in medical training and practice. - Addresses the challenges associated with 3D printing integration in clinical settings, such as reimbursement, regulatory issues, and training. - Features concise chapters from a team of multidisciplinary chapter authors, including practicing radiologists, researchers, and engineers. - Consolidates today's available information on this timely topic into a single, convenient, resource.