Effective coding involves so much more than just looking up the correct codes or having all your documentation. Code It Right will give you a thorough understanding of codes, coding rules and procedures, and coding techniques that maximize reimbursement and speed payment.

• New! Actual Coding Scenarios at the End of Each Chapter. Provides you with solutions to actual coding problems and questions.
• Updated with 2001 codes. Provides updated CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPS Level II Codes, scenarios, and coding rules, assuring a current resource.
• Comprehensive Introduction to Coding. Provides you with rules, instructions, and procedures for accurately coding CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPS Level II, including E/M, anesthesia, surgery, pathology, and more.
• Overview of Outpatient Surgery Facility Coding. Learn to apply CPT codes and modifiers for reimbursement under ASC and APC methodology.
• ICD-10-CM Information. Helps you prepare for implementation.
• Textbook Format. Objectives are stated at the front of each section and discussion questions appear at the end. Makes a great teaching tool.
• Includes Examples of Correctly Completed HCFA 1500 Forms. So you can check for accuracy-before submitting.