2011 CPC Coding Exam Review


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Rev. ed. of: CPC coding exam review 2010 / Carol J. Buck, Cynthia Stahl. 2010 ed. c2010.




Step-By Step Medical Coding 2011 Edition - E-Book


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- Updated content reflects the latest coding developments so you can practice with the most current information available. - New ICD-10-CM chapters prepare you for the upcoming 2013 transition. - ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting boxes contain excerpts of the actual guidelines, presenting the official wording alongside in-text discussions to help you better understand upcoming changes.




CPC Certification Study Guide


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Packed with test-taking tips and techniques, the 2011 2011 CPC® CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDE delivers a comprehensive review that helps you maximize your success on the AAPC CPC Certification Exam. The study guide begins with a complete summary of the business of medicine, ensuring you have a solid understanding of the medical office and the role the coder plays in the medical office. This study guide covers ICD-9-CM guidelines using real-life examples and each body system is reviewed, including coverage of the anatomy, related diagnosis coding, CPT® coding, HCPCS Level II coding, and modifiers. The end-of-chapter questions are modeled after those on the actual certification exam to help you prepare, while operative notes give you hands-on experience coding what you have learned. Finally, the 2011 CPC® Certification Study Guide contains additional testing techniques and a 35-question practice exam for students to put their skills to the test.




Introduction to CPT Coding


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CPTr coding education straight from the source! The AMA, the expert in CPT coding, offers this new publication on the Introduction to CPTr Coding: Basic principles to learning, understanding and applying the CPT code set. This entry-level coding education resource can be used alone or in a classroom setting. Students and self-learners entering the coding and billing field will learn how to appropriately select the correct codes for the services and procedures performed. It is crucial to understand and correctly apply the CPT coding guidelines for each section and subsection of the CPT codebook. This valuable resource addresses the general guidelines for each at the beginner's level, and facilitates comprehension and application of the CPT coding guidelines. Each chapter contains valuable features to provide further educational guidance on appropriate coding, such as: * Check your Knowledge -- questions and answers to test your comprehension of the material * Key Terms -- defines fundamental terms used within the text for ease of use * Coding Tips -- helpful information listed throughout each chapter * Illustrations -- specific to the anatomy of the procedures and codes * "Real-life" coding examples -- teach you how to apply your new skills * Chapter exercises-- hands-on exercises challenge your knowledge of each chapter Whether you are a student or a self-learner, this book will teach you the essentials of CPT coding, and help to launch you into the exciting career of coding.




Certification Simplified


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Medical Terminology & Anatomy for ICD-10 Coding - E-Book


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NEW! Pharmacology in each body system and a Pharmacology Basics appendix help you recognize drugs and medications in medical reports. NEW! More than 50 new images bring terminology to life. NEW! Additional procedural terms supply a more complete picture of the number and kind of procedures you will encounter on medical reports. NEW! Normal Lab Values appendix familiarizes you with normal and abnormal lab values so you know when to search a medical record for possible additional diagnoses. NEW! Tablet and mobile-optimized Evolve activities offer an easily accessible source for extra interactive practice and learning.




The Certification Step


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Focuses on passing coding certification exams. It covers anatomy and terminology for each body area, reimbursement issues, and an overview of CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS Coding. The accompanying CD-ROM contains a timed, scored, 150-question practice exam that is modeled on the actual certification exams and is designed to be taken twice - once as a pre-test and once as a post-test. In tutorial mode, specific sections of questions can be reviewed with instant feedback for study and extra practice. An additional final exam must be taken with paper and pencil, to simulate the experience of the actual examinations.




Handbook of Self-Regulation of Learning and Performance


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Self-regulated learning (or self-regulation) refers to the process whereby learners personally activate and sustain cognitions, affects, and behaviours that are systematically oriented toward the attainment of learning goals. This is the first volume to integrate into a single volume all aspects of the field of self-regulation of learning and performance: basic domains, applications to content areas, instructional issues, methodological issues, and individual differences. It draws on research from such diverse areas as cognitive, educational, clinical, social, and organizational psychology. Distinguishing features include: Chapter Structure – To ensure uniformity and coherence across chapters, each chapter author addresses the theoretical ideas underlying their topic, research evidence bearing on these ideas, future research directions, and implications for educational practice. International – Because research on self-regulation is increasingly global, a significant number of interntional contributors are included (see table of contents). Readable – In order to make the book accessible to students, chapters have been carefully edited for clarity, conciseness, and organizational consistency. Expertise – All chapters are written by leading researchers from around the world who are highly regarded experts on their particular topics and are active contributors to the field.




Physician Coding Exam Review 2014 - E-Book


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Prepare to confidently succeed on your physician coding exam with Physician Coding Exam Review 2014: The Certification Step with ICD-9-CM! From leading coding author and educator Carol J. Buck, this exam review provides complete coverage of all topics covered on the physician certification exams, including anatomy, terminology, and pathophysiology for each organ system; reimbursement concepts; an overview of CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS coding; and more. Practice exams and a final mock exam simulate the testing experience to better prepare you for certification success. - Comprehensive review content based on the physician exam covers everything you need to know to pass your certification exam. - Concise outline format helps you access key information quickly and study more efficiently. - Concrete real-life coding reports simulate the reports that you will encounter on the job and challenge you to apply key coding principles to actual cases. - Success Strategies section guides you through the entire exam process. - Practice exams on the Evolve companion website allow you to assess strengths and weaknesses and develop a plan for focused study. - A final exam located in the text simulates the actual testing experience you'll encounter when you take the physician certification exam. - Answers and rationales to the practice and final exams are available on the Evolve website. - Updated content includes the latest coding information available, promoting exam success and accurate coding on the job. - NEW! Mobile-optimized 10-question quizzes provide quick, on-the-go study with 260 extra medical terminology and pathophysiology questions that may be downloaded to mobile devices.




Physician Coding Exam Review 2014


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Preceded by: 2013 physician coding exam review / Carol J. Buck. 2013 ed. c2013.