ICD-10-PCs Quick Reference Cards 2014

The perfect tool to guide the coder through the code building process that includes essential definitions and conversion tables. ICD-10-PCS is an entirely different classification system based on the essential components of a procedure. Under the new system, codes are built from a number of variables, including body system, root operation, body part, approach, and more. And in some cases, multiple codes may be needed to describe each of the specific components of a procedure or service.

The impending move to the ICD-10 coding system includes the use of a very complex procedural coding system (PCS) by hospitals for claims submitted to Medicare and other payers the ICD-10-PCS Quick Reference Cards are coding assistance at your finger tips.

Key Features and Benefits:

Convenient set of 13 cards. These quick reference cards are 8.5" x 11" double-sided sheets with ring closure.

Save time. Important coding reference information is consolidated into one place:
Body Part Key
Root Operation Definitions
Root Operation Comparison Table
Device Key and Aggregation Table
Approach Definitions
Qualifier Definitions for Amputations (detachments)
Anatomical Region Definitions
Basic PCS Character Definitions
Eponym Conversion Table

Get ready for the transition to ICD-10-PCS. The PCS coding system is built using very well defined specific meanings for each term. This unique resource is a quick reference for the definitions of the most critical terms.

Map ICD-9-CM procedure terminology to ICD-10-PCS root operation terminology. The umbrella procedures in ICD-9-CM map to several alternative root operation in ICD-10-PCS. Know the key factors that will determine your code selection.

Map eponyms to ICD-10-PCS codes. Many operations identified by an eponym include components that may be coded separately in ICD-10-PCS. Do you know the components of these operations?

The perfect companion to your ICD-10-PCS code book. Be confident of character value selections as you build ICD-10-PCS codes.