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In clear and straightforward language, Medical Coding: What It Is and How It Works provides an overview of the evolution of medical coding and all the various coding systems, how they relate, and how they function. Special emphasis is given to the new ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 PCS classification systems.

For those contemplating a career in the coding field, this book is ideal as a basic orientation. Other individuals in healthcare operations will also benefit from a basic understanding of how coding works.

Unlike other publications that focus only on coding, this book integrates coding guidelines and principles into the billing and reimbursement process, giving the student a more practical foundation in the rationale for correct coding. Healthcare fraud and abuse is addressed as well, to assure that readers understand ethical concerns inherent in coding for reimbursement.