ICD-9-CM Coding Handbook 2009, without Answers (Brown, ICD-9-CM Coding Handbookk without Answers)

The most widely used publication for teaching entry-level thru experienced coders; certificate and academic HIM programs; in-service audit reference; in-service performance evaluations; and individual self-instruction and testing. The Handbook is the only guide published in collaboration with the Central Office on ICD-9-CM of the American Hospital Association the official industry body that prepares the AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM. Faye Brown s ICD-9-CM Coding Handbook helps coders understand the principles behind the classification system so they can apply the official coding advice found in the three volumes of the ICD-9-CM Coding Manual. Academic and in-service instructors can easily arrange course outlines and study exercises around Handbook chapters to train new and experienced coders. Each Handbook contains 100-plus exercises and review questions and an additional 269 case summary exercises, based on real patient records. It contains official 2009 code changes covering pain management, pressure ulcers, ventilator associated pneumonia, POA requirements, etc. Additional instructor training aids and an expanded reference section make this a uniquely effective training tool. NEW in the 2009 Handbook: 269 case summary exercises for beginner through intermediate coders; official code changes covering pain management, pressure ulcers, ventilator associated pneumonia, POA requirements, etc.; color guides and expanded reference index; updated ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS information from the AHA Central Office; 100+ chapter exercises and review questions with code updates; updated Power Point slides on Handbook chapters; and updated case summary exercise bank.