Principles of ICD-9-CM Coding

by Deborah J. Grider

Revised with updated coding information and a CD-ROM to aid instructors, Principles of ICD-9-CM, Third Edition offers a comprehensive review of the entire range of ICD-9-CM codes. From an introduction to the content, format and coding process, to an in-depth analysis for identifying and locating the most appropriate codes, Principles teaches users to code with confidence. An indispensable resource for coders at all levels of experience, Principles -A CD-ROM to facilitate the learning process - This CD-ROM contains additional questions and answers, answer keys for checkpoint exercises and test your knowledge quizzes, mid-term and final exams with answer keys and Power Point presentations taken from each section of the book -Expert analysis - Written by an expert in coding training and instruction, Principles teaches ICD-9-CM coding in a clear, concise way -New and updated content - New, deleted and revised ICD-9-CM coding policy is introduced and explained -More than 500 exercises - End-of-chapter checkpoint exercises and test-your-knowledge quizzes assess the reader's understanding of the material -Coding tips - These tips appear in the margins to provide hints on code assignment and instructional notes

370 pages, Spiral-bound

First published April 15, 2001