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Second Edition AGA Institute and the Professional Association of Healthcare Coding Specialists
Skilled, efficient, and accurate medical coding maximizes reimbursement for services rendered and protects your practice. The fully updated .Gastroenterology Coding Manual is an essential resource for every gastroenterology practice. The first part of the book presents the GI-relevant procedure codes you need, with clear, reliable usage guidelines so you can apply them appropriately. The second part covers coding conventions, such as modifiers, HCPCS, how to code operative reports, coding-specific anatomy/terminology, and details on compliance standards. Learn how to code a screening colonoscopy that turns into a polypectomy or biopsy. Make the best use of coding modifiers. Select the correct level of service for evaluation and management services. Test your skills with challenging exercises that present coding case scenarios. Use the indexes to find the code or topic you need. All information is completely updated for 2008. To keep you current, the manual includes access to future coding changes through a dedicated page on the AGA Web site at gastro.org. Whether you are studying for coding certification or need an easy-to-use, well-organized reference for the office, the Gastroenterology Coding Manual will help you unravel the complex rules and conventions of GI coding. |
