ICD-9-CM, AMA Physician, 2005

Significant changes made yearly, you'll want to reserve your 2005 copy now! Don't miss out on this best selling code book, contains a complete and comprehensive approach to medical diagnosis coding. HIPAA regulations require the use of the current standard code set, use of the official coding guidelines, and adherence to official coding advice. Rely on the AMA ICD-9-CM code book to provide you with: References to AHA's Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM. Identifies the exact issue of Coding Clinic, the official discussion of correct ICD-9-CM code assignment, which contains further information on particular codes. Complete Official Coding Guidelines. As required by HIPAA for coding and reporting both outpatient and inpatient services. Summary of Code Changes for 2005. Intuitive symbols and color-coded bars highlight all Medicare code edits crucial to correct reimbursement. Valid Three-Digit Code Table. Know at a glance whether a three-digit code is valid for submitting on a claim. Color Fourth-and Fifth-Digit Requirement Symbols. Color-coded intuitive symbol identifies codes that require an additional fourth and/or fifth digit. Clinically Oriented Diagnosis Definitions and Illustrations. Ensure quick and correct code selection. Age and Sex Edits. Identifies codes that are restricted dependent upon age or sex of patient. Hundreds of Clinically Oriented Diagnosis Definitions and Illustrations. Ensure quick and correct code selection. Email Delivered Special Reports.