Book Description

Every second counts in your coding world. That’s why we lay out all the details you need to code accurately — and quickly — in the Coders' Specialty Guide 2024: Dermatology & Plastics. With this reliable, go-to resource, you can conveniently find all the essential information about a code — ICD-10 cross references, RVUs, anatomical and procedural illustrations, and revenue-boosting coding and billing guidance. Plus, a description of the procedure in easy-to-understand terms, so you can confidently translate your providers’ notes into the correct codes. Denial-proof your claims with fingertip-access to the essentials with these features: Dermatology and plastics CPT® codes, including 2024 new and revised codes Official descriptors for Category I-III CPT® codes Easy-to-follow lay term explanations of how physicians perform each procedure Expert coding and billing tips for assigning specific CPT® codes Medicare reimbursement rates for physicians and hospitals with facility and non-facility RVUs Modifier crosswalks showing applicable modifiers for CPT® codes Pre-, post-, and intra-operative procedure indicators NCCI edits to check bundling problems Save time and boost your revenue with coding advantages like: ICD-10-CM-to-CPT® crosswalks to pin down medical necessity and secure maximum reimbursement Complete code index with associated page numbers for quick and easy searches Dictionary-style headers for quick navigation Detailed anatomical illustrations And so much more! *CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.