Medical Billing & Coding for Dummies - Paperback
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Medical billing for dummies readers get a career map here, covering what a coder does, how to train, how to certify, and what ICD-11 changed.
What's inside
The route in comes first, from choosing a training course to meeting the certification bar. After that it turns to the daily reality, dealing with insurers and government agencies, and the ethical and legal lines that come with handling records.
Who it's for
People weighing the field before they enrol, and working coders who want the ICD-10 to ICD-11 shift in plain language. Telehealth and outbreak coding get their own treatment.
Good to know
It teaches the job, not the code sets. One buyer expected a quick lookup for codes and did not get one. If you need the tables themselves, you need a codebook next to this.
From the publisher
The essential guide for medical billing professionals, updated for ICD-11 standards
Medical Billing & Coding For Dummies will set you up for success in getting started as a medical biller and coder. To ensure data accuracy and efficient data processing, medical offices need professionally trained coders to handle records. This book provides prospective allied health professionals with everything they need to know to get started in medical billing and coding as a career.
In addition to an introduction to the basics of medical coding, you'll get information on how to find a training course, meet certification requirements, and deal with government agencies and insurance companies. Learn about the standard practices in the medical billing industry and get up to speed on the ethical and legal issues you're likely to face on the job.
This accessible guide is a great entry point--and a great refresher--for anyone interested in the medical billing and coding profession.
- Get a primer on your career options in the field of medical billing
- Learn coding practices for telehealth, viral outbreaks, and other emerging issues
- Update your knowledge of the changes between ICD-10 and ICD-11 coding systems
- Find training programs and explore your options for certification
This Dummies guide is an accessible entry point for prospective professionals looking get a jump on their new career, and current professionals intent on staying up-to-date in this flexible and growing field.
Karen Smiley, CPC, is a certified coding expert in physician and out-patient reimbursement with an extensive background as a coder, auditor, and accounts receivable manager.
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4th Edition
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