Being a Medical Information Coder (3rd Edition) [Paperback]

Laurie S. Dodson (Author), Kay Cox-Stevens (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 013112675X | ISBN-13: 978-0131126756 | Publication Date: May 25, 2003 | Edition: 3

This book provides an introduction to ICD-9-CM coding that is easy to read and understand but covers basic coding principles comprehensively. With its focus on diagnosis, symptoms, and procedures related to these systems, coding principles are introduced and reinforced throughout. This book provides in-depth coverage of ICD-9-CM coding for medical information professionals, and discusses procedure codes, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, medical record content, and computer use. A valuable reference tool for Registered Health Information Technologists (RHITs) and Credentialed Coding Specialists (CCSs).

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

The only text available to teach medical information coding, using examples and applications. Very current text, includes the latest code changes and the information on AMRA's new certified coding Specialist exam. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

From the Back Cover

Laurie Dodson's Being A Medical Information Coder is a comprehensive resource, essential for all beginning medical information coders. The Third Edition has been revised and updated to include the latest information on updated codes, coding compliance, and HIPPA, while retaining an emphasis on the foundational principles and skills necessary for all medical information coders.

Features Include:

• A new chapter on coding compliance
• Information on HIPPA's impact on coding
• New learning activities
• An emphasis on the principles of coding

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 3 edition (May 25, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 013112675X
• ISBN-13: 978-0131126756
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,488,060 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful guide to today's medical coding needs!, July 2, 1999

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Bambi Battle [e-mail] (Cypress, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Being a Medical Information Coder (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I have had the good fortune to be a student of Ms. Dodson. Her teaching is clear, concise and easy to understand. I know other students, nurses and others interested in the health technology field will learn from this book and enjoy it very much.