Coders' Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II

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2008 Edition
Softbound: 6" x 9"
Ingenix / Medicode
ISBN 1601510128
978-1-60151-012-9
January 2008
AAPC CEU Credit(s): 6.0
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2009 Edition
Softbound: 6" x 9"
Ingenix / Medicode
ISBN 1601511612
9781601511614
January 2009
AAPC CEU Credits: 6.0
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Answers to your toughest HCPCS Level II coding questions. The Coders’ Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II allows users to check billing and coding information for Medicare, reduce the number of errors in code selection and understand the clinical meanings of and differences between HCPCS codes, as well as the complex rules governing this code set.

Coders’ Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II provides coders, medical staff, payers and health care professionals with a comprehensive and informative guide to a wide variety of commonly asked questions and definitions concerning HCPCS Level II codes.

Alphanumerically ordered lay descriptions of HCPCS Level II codes. Improve coding accuracy by having a clear understanding of clinical definitions of supplies and services.
Modifier definitions and rules for use. A list of all modifiers is provided with narrative explanations to help you use modifiers and E/M codes appropriately.
Coding and billing guidelines. Improve coding efficiency by knowing the quickest way to bill and code HCPCS Level II codes successfully.
Additional chapters on documentation. Topics include durable medical equipment, fraud and abuse, compliance and HIPAA. Reduce the risk of audits and fines by clearly understanding the regulatory requirements that affect HCPCS Level II coding.
Earn 6 CEUs for AAPC certified members.

Coders’ Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II is the HCPCS mirror image of the Coders’ Desk Reference for Procedures. This reference provides lay descriptions of HCPCS codes, billing guidelines, medical benefits, documentation standards, and medical abbreviations. It is a ready-guide for those who use HCPCS codes, as well as others desiring commonly used medical terminology and billing information.

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Brad Ericson manages Physicians' Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS Level II coding products and has 27 years of health care communications experience. Since joining the Ingenix legacy company, Medicode, in 1994, he has developed several print and data tools for coders, including the CPT Expert and Coders' Desk Reference. Mr. Ericson has received national awards for his medical and feature writing, worked for hospitals and payers, and taught at the college level. He received his master of professional communications degree (MPC) from Westminster College and bachelor of arts (BA) in journalism from Idaho State University. He is a Certified Professional Coder.

Regina Magnani, RHIT, has over 25 years of experience in the health care industry in both health information management and patient financial services. Her areas of expertise include patient financial services, CPT®/HCPCS and ICD-9-CM coding, the outpatient prospective payment system (OPPS), and chargemaster development and maintenance. She is an active member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), and the American Association of Health care Administrative Management (AAHAM).

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Please remember: The government no longer allows a grace period for annual code sets. The new HIPAA Transaction and Code Set Rule requires providers to use national medical code sets that are valid at the time that a service is provided. ICD-9-CM code revisions become effective October 1st each year while CPT and HCPCS code revisions become effective January 1st. In order for you to meet this requirement, you must have the revised CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-9-CM codes in your possession before the implementation dates. The best way to do this is to order your code books early. Review current coding resources.

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