This book of points are for all Medical Coders. A Medical Coders job is not to bring our own opinions, assumptions, or points of view to coding scenarios. Because there are guidelines, compliances and standards that we must comply with, that eliminates the need for own personal perspective. The focus is to bring to the forefront our role in the Medical Coding industry with points ranging from accurate coding, understanding your provider, coding guidelines, red flags to avoid and more. Considering these, makes it easier and helps remove the 'guesswork' out of the coding assignment of patient encounters. When we learn to 'Think like a Coder' we regard all ethics, coding rules, and instructions. When we 'Think like a Coder' we can guarantee, accuracy of coding, understanding our providers and specialty, and become a valuable asset to your practice! So let's 'Think like Coders'!!