CPC Coding Exam Review 2009: The Certification Step, 1e (CPC Coding Exam Review: Certification Step) [Paperback]

Carol J. Buck MS CPC CPC-H CCS-P (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1416037136 | ISBN-13: 978-1416037132 | Publication Date: December 16, 2008 | Edition: 1 Pap/Cdr

This complete exam review highlights important content necessary to pass the AAPC CPC certification exam. It includes all the content sections found in the exam and two full practice exams with answers and rationales. Using an easy-to-follow outline format, the text covers anatomy, terminology, and pathophysiology for each organ system, reimbursement concepts, and an overview of CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS coding. The multiple practice exams simulate the actual examination experience to give you added confidence when taking the CPC exam.

• Comprehensive CPC coverage highlights essential information for passing the AAPC CPC exam, with figures for reference as needed, for the most efficient review.
• o Concise outline format gives you quick and easy access to content and helps you make the most of your study time.
• Bound-in companion CD includes the Pre- and Post-Exams, with electronic scoring to help you track your learning progress.
• Final Exam mimics the AAPC CPC exam format and bolsters your test-taking confidence.
• Answers and rationales for exams reinforce your understanding of coding concepts.
• Evolve online resources supplement your review with study tips, web links, and additional information on related review sources.

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Get the tools you need for CPC"Â¥ success with help from Carol J. Buck

Product Details

• Paperback: 672 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 1 Pap/Cdr edition (December 16, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1416037136
• ISBN-13: 978-1416037132
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #349,652 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Carol J. Buck has a Master's degree in Education, as well as CPC-I, CCS-P, CPC, and CPC-H national certifications. For 20 years she served as the Program Director of the Medical Secretarial programs at the Northwest Technical College in Minnesota. She developed diploma and associate programs in medical coding. Now retired, Carol spends her time writing texts related to medical coding, certification, specialization, and reference manuals, which are known as the Step Series.

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST THING FOR CPC (AAPC) REVIEW ON MARKET, June 22, 2009

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Plano "Wildcat Fan" (Plano, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: CPC Coding Exam Review 2009: The Certification Step, 1e (CPC Coding Exam Review: Certification Step) (Paperback)

I used this book to review and practice my test taking skills with using the enclosed CD in this book. I passed the test on my first try - but that does not mean it was easy to do. I spent 5 weeks after I completed a 6 month Continuing Education course in Medical Coding at a local community college. I felt that I did not get the proper testing skills or information to pass the test from the class instructor during the main courses so opted out of the classroom version of the CPC Exam review. After researching many book reviews on different CPC Exam books, reading forums by those certified by the AAPC, and asking a lot of questions to those who had taken the test -- I chose to use this book by BUCK to use for test practice. I mainly used the CD and did not do all the reading in the book. I scheduled time to take the tests in a simulated environment (at home) as though I would be taking the real CPC exam - the practice tests will require time as though you would be taking the real test. Make sure you are using current CPT manuals as guides for the test (or at least have the updates written in your book). Also make sure your books are tabbed to make quicker reference access (do not overtab though). TIME IS THE THE KEY FACTOR IN COMPLETING THE TEST !!! PRACTICE, PRACTICE, and do more PRACTICE before taking the real thing. Once you complete all the practice tests on the Buck CD -- it will let you print out those you missed and review the questions. Then you can see and understand the logic behind the test designers are trying to get at - and I found the same type logic was on the real test. You MUST put the time into practice tests and reviewing your misses !!! I also found that writing in pencil in the CPT books the info that I was less comfortable in (definitions, etc.) helped me with things like anatomy, etc. REview your CPT and ICD books also and be very comfortable on where to find answers quickly. But most of all the practice tests from the Buck CD is what put me over the edge to passing... GOOD LUCK !!!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars cpc Coding Exam Review, February 17, 2009

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This review is from: CPC Coding Exam Review 2009: The Certification Step, 1e (CPC Coding Exam Review: Certification Step) (Paperback)

The Book and CD have been very helpful to me in acquiring my CPC Certification. I highly recommend this book. It covers everything you need to know.
Thank you.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Carol Buck CPC book, June 13, 2009

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CPC Certified! (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: CPC Coding Exam Review 2009: The Certification Step, 1e (CPC Coding Exam Review: Certification Step) (Paperback)

This book is great! I mainly used only the cd for the test questions (you get 3 tests, and each test is 150 questions AND it lets you know where you are time wise which is critical for the test). It pretty much mimicks the CPC test for certification. I practiced the cd for 2 months, and when the test came, I was nervous, but passed! When I go for my next certification I will definately first look to see if Carol Buck has put out a study guide on it.