Aap Committee on Coding | Akateeminen Kirjakauppa

"Coding for Pediatrics" is a publication of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Committee on Coding and Nomenclature. Written by experienced coders, it is extensively reviewed by the Committee's Editorial Advisory Board, as well as by experts from other relevant committees and sections throughout the AAP. Coding for Pediatrics is part of a complete suite of coding products offered by the AAP. Currently in its 18th edition, the manual is published annually. Major updates include new pediatric" CPT" and "ICD "codes, geographic practice cost indices (GPCIs), and resource-based relative value scale (RBRVS). The manual also includes an extensive number of coding vignettes and examples, which are updated from year to year. Coding for Pediatrics 2013 contents includeNew and Revised CPT(R) and ICD-9-CM Codes for 2013Evaluation and Management Documentation and Coding GuidelinesCoding for Evaluation and Management Services in the Office, Outpatient, Home, or Nursing Facility SettingPrenatal Counseling and Care of the Neonate and Critically Ill Infant/ChildEmergency Department ServicesCommon Procedures and Non-E/M Medical ServicesModifiers and Coding EditsDiagnosis CodingResource-Based Relative Value ScaleCategory II CPT Codes--Pay for Performance Measures and Category III CPT Codes--Emerging TechnologiesFraud and Abuse: Compliance for the Pediatric PracticeThe Business of Medicine: From Clean Claims to Correct Payment and Emerging Payment Methodologies Updated cover-to-cover for 2013 including"CPT" and"ICD-9-CM" codes and revisions--plus guidelines for applying themICD-10-CM information--detailed guidelines, crosswalking of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM codes with coding scenariosNewborn Coding Decision Tool--This tool helps to simplify coding for newborn care when a "normal" newborn becomes sick or requires intensive or critical care. The algorithm takes the complexities of these coding situations and condenses them into an easy to use resource. It will also incorporate the final changes made to the newborn guidelines and is included in a handy 12" x 17" format, laminated for extra durability.Coding Pearls--clarifications, explanations, practical "dos and don'ts"Coding examples, scenarios, and vignettes--illustrate correct coding strategiesUser-friendly format--streamlines information searchingConvenient continuing education--This publication has prior approval of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) for 4.0 continuing education units (CEUs). Granting of this approval in no way constitutes endorsement by the AAPC of the publication, content, or publication sponsor.Plus...Continually refreshed Web access to AAP updates and practice management aids including many of the appendices.