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Annual CEU Coding Scenarios

2007 CPC-P™ Practice Tests / Coding Scenarios

The 2007 CPC-P™ Practice Test / Coding Scenarios are a series of 9 online quizzes and 135 scenarios ranging from

  • HCPCS Level II
  • Regulatory Abbreviations
  • Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy
  • Coding Rules / Regulations
  • Insurance
  • Surgical Services
  • Coding Applications
  • ICD-9
  • You will need your 2007 coding books to complete these online quizzes.

    The 2007 CPC-P Practice Test / Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out your certificate. Continuing Education

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    2008 CPC-P™ Practice Tests / Coding Scenarios

    The 2008 CPC-P™ Practice Test / Coding Scenarios are a series of 9 online quizzes and 135 scenarios ranging from

  • HCPCS Level II
  • Regulatory Abbreviations
  • Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy
  • Coding Rules / Regulations
  • Insurance
  • Surgical Services
  • Coding Applications
  • ICD-9
  • You will need your 2008 coding books to complete these online quizzes.

    The 2008 CPC-P Practice Test / Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out your certificate. Continuing Education

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    2007 CPC™ Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 1

    The newly improved Annual CPC™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 18 online quizzes divided into two sets.

    This set contains 9 quizzes and 155 scenarios.

  • Modifiers
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medicine
  • Anatomy
  • Coding Concepts
  • E&M Guidelines
  • Anesthesia
  • Integumentary System
  • ICD-9
  • You will need your 2007 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    Annual CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    9 Educational Contact Hours

    Approved by the AAPC for 9 CEUs Continuing Education

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    2008 CPC™ Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 1

    The newly improved Annual CPC™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 18 online quizzes divided into two sets.

    This set contains 9 quizzes.

  • Modifiers
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medicine
  • Anatomy
  • Coding Concepts
  • E&M Guidelines
  • Anesthesia
  • Integumentary System
  • ICD-9
  • You will need your 2008 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    Annual CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    9 Educational Contact Hours Continuing Education

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    2007 CPC™ Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 2

    The newly improved Annual CPC™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 18 online quizzes divided into two sets. This set contains 9 quizzes and 135 scenarios, including:

  • Musculoskeletal
  • Respiratory/Cardiovascular
  • Digestive
  • 50000 Section
  • 60000 Section
  • Radiology
  • Laboratory/Pathology
  • HCPCS Level II
  • E&M
  • You will need your 2007 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    9 Educational Contact Hours

    Approved by the AAPC for 9 CEUs Continuing Education

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    2008 CPC™ Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 2

    The newly improved Annual CPC™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 18 online quizzes divided into two sets. This set contains 9 quizzes, including:

  • Musculoskeletal
  • Respiratory/Cardiovascular
  • Digestive
  • 50000 Section
  • 60000 Section
  • Radiology
  • Laboratory/Pathology
  • HCPCS Level II
  • E&M
  • You will need your 2008 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    9 Educational Contact Hours Continuing Education

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    2007 CPC-H™ CEU Annual Coding Scenarios

    The 2007 Annual CPC-H™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 6 online quizzes and 90 scenarios ranging from

  • Anatomy / Medical Terminology
  • ICD-9
  • Coding Concepts
  • Payment Methodology
  • HCPCS Level II / Modifier
  • Surgical
  • You will need your 2007 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual CPC-H CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There are 90 scenarios within the course. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate. Continuing Education

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    2008 CPC-H™ CEU Annual Coding Scenarios

    The 2008 Annual CPC-H™ CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 7 online quizzes and 105 scenarios ranging from

  • Modifiers
  • Anatomy / Medical Terminology
  • ICD-9
  • Coding Concepts
  • Payment Methodology
  • HCPCS Level II / Modifier
  • Surgical
  • You will need your 2008 CPT, ICD-9, and HCPCS Level II books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual CPC-H CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There are 90 scenarios within the course. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate. Continuing Education

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    2007 E&M CEU Annual Coding Scenarios

    The 2007 Annual E&M CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 6 online quizzes and 90 scenarios ranging from

  • Evaluation and Management
  • E & M Terminology
  • Critical Care
  • History, Exam and Medical Decision Making
  • Emergency Medicine
  • E & M Coding
  • Guideline
  • You will need your 2007 CPT and ICD-9 books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual E&M CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There are 90 scenarios within the course. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    6 Educational Contact Hours

    Approved by the AAPC for 6 CEUs Continuing Education

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    2008 E&M CEU Annual Coding Scenarios

    The 2008 Annual E&M CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 6 online quizzes and 90 scenarios ranging from

  • Evaluation and Management
  • E & M Terminology
  • Critical Care
  • History, Exam and Medical Decision Making
  • E & M Coding
  • Guideline
  • You will need your 2008 CPT and ICD-9 books to complete these online quizzes.

    The Annual E&M CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. There are 90 scenarios within the course. There is no pass/fail score needed to obtain your CEUs. Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out a CEU certificate.

    6 Educational Contact Hours Continuing Education

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    Anatomy

    Anatomy: Endocrine System – Body System Integration

    Comprised of small organs that involve the release of hormones, the endocrine system integrates many body functions. It controls growth, metabolism, and various other organs. There are also other “players” that provide hormones and interact with the endocrine system. Learn more about targets, receptors, and secretions and how they all work in concert in the human body.

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    Evaluation & Management

    E&M Coding Series - Selecting Evaluation and Management Services

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Walk the physicians through selecting the key components of a patient encounter: History, Exam and Medical Decision-Making. Teach them the documentation requirements when time/counseling becomes the overriding factor.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series - Office Setting Visits and Services

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Define the criteria for a new vs. established patient. Discuss how to bill office procedures, preventive care visits and prolonged services. Review appropriate use of modifiers 24, 25 and 57. Discuss the documentation requirements when time/counseling becomes the overriding factor. Review the documentation requirements for “incident-to” vs. direct billing of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series- Hospital Inpatient Services

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Review documentation of the appropriate use of initial admission codes, subsequent visits, discharge services and critical care. Explain definition and use of time as a component in an encounter. Provide tips on concurrent care issues. Discuss the appropriate coding and billing guidelines for nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series - Consultations

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Clarify the documentation requirements related to office or other outpatient and inpatient, Explain the appropriate use of Pre-Operative Consults and medical necessity.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series - Nursing Facility Services

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Walk the physicians through the documentation requirements/guidelines of a nursing home visit: Admission and Subsequent Visits and Discharge Services. Review the documentation requirements for “incident-to” vs. direct billing of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Discuss the 2001 addition of Wound Care Management and billing for nursing home visits with minor procedures.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series- Teaching Physician Documentation Guidelines

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Review the teaching physician documentation requirements with residents. Explain the difference in documentation if it is a medical student. Review teaching physician documentation for simple and high-risk surgical procedures and discuss the documentation and billing guidelines for the primary-care exception status.

    1 Educational Contact Hour Continuing Education

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    E&M Coding Series - Clinical Exercises

    This is one part of a seven course series on evaluation and management coding. Throughout this course, you will:

    Outline different Clinical Coding and Documentation Exercises.

  • New Patient
  • Established Patient
  • Preoperative Consult
  • Preventive/Sick Visit
  • Initial Office Consult
  • Initial Hospital Care
  • Initial Hospital Consult
  • Subsequent Hospital Care
  • Critical Care Visit
  • Nursing Home Admission
  • Subsequent Nursing Home Visit

    3 Educational Contact Hours Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology

    Medical Terminology - Integumentary System

    In this session, you will gain an understanding medical terms of the skin. If there is something wrong with the epidermis more problems can occur in the body, such as diseases or infections.

  • Medical terms related to the integumentary system
  • Word roots for the integumentary system
  • The three layers of skin and their functions
  • The purpose of the skin and body membranes
  • The accessory organs of the skin
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the integumentary system

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Nervous System

    The nervous system is comprised of three distinct subsystems. The tissues, nerve fibers, nerves, and tracts work together to control the actions and reactions of the body. The nervous system is always “on-call” to adjust to changes that are occurring outside and inside your body.

  • Recognize the combining forms of the nervous system
  • List the major organs of the nervous system and their functions
  • Describe the components of a nerve
  • Distinguish between the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and autonomic nervous system
  • Build nervous system medical terms from word parts
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the nervous system

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Respiratory System

    Rhino and naso are prefixes which both mean nose, the start of the journey for the flow of air from the nose to the lungs. The primary function of the respiratory system is to supply the body with oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. Respiratory rate is the number of breaths a patient takes in one minute. Learn more about the terms used to complete this process.

  • Recognize the combining forms for the respiratory system
  • List the major organs of the respiratory system and their functions
  • Understand the process of respiration
  • Build respiratory system medical terms from word parts
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the respiratory system

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Cardiology

    Endocarditis, myocarditis, pericarditis…. The word ending "-itis" is used repeatedly, but the prefix is for different parts of the heart. –itis means inflammation. The prefix and suffix changes can alter the meaning of a term without changing its central meaning by keeping the root the same.

  • Recognize the combining forms for the cardiovascular system
  • List the major organs of the cardiovascular system and their functions
  • Describe the flow of blood through the heart and the body
  • Explain how the electrical conduction system controls the heartbeat.
  • Build cardiovascular system medical terms from word parts
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the cardiovascular system

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Digestive System

    The purpose of the digestive system is to process food so that it may be absorbed by cells. Starting at the mouth, and moving through the alimentary canal, other organ systems contribute to the process. Knowing the digestive pathway is an important part of your knowledge base.

  • Recognize the combining forms for the digestive system.
  • List the major organs of the alimentary canal and their functions.
  • Describe the function of the accessory organs of the digestive system.
  • Build digestive system medical terms from word parts.
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the digestive system.

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Urinary System

    Terminology to watch for in the urinary system can create significant differences in your understanding of the patient anatomy and how the procedure was performed. From a simple urinary tract infection to a kidney transplant, this session will help you be secure in your urinary terminology.

  • Recognize the combining forms for the urinary system
  • List the major organs of the urinary system and their functions
  • Describe kidney functions and urine production
  • Build urinary system medical terms from word parts
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the urinary system

    Continuing Education

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    Medical Terminology - Female Reproductive System

    Knowledge of the vocabulary of the terms relating to the female reproductive systems can be very useful in your professional life. Starting with the basic understanding of the functions of each system, we will review the terminology needed to assess your comprehension of the definitions the system.

  • Recognize the combining forms of the system
  • List the major organs of the female reproductive system and their functions
  • Use medical terms to describe circumstances relating to pregnancy
  • Build female reproductive system medical terms from word parts
  • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the female reproductive system.

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    Medical Terminology - Male Reproductive System

    Knowledge of the vocabulary of the terms relating to the male reproductive system can be very useful. Starting with the basic understanding of the functions of prefixes and suffixes, we will review the terminology needed to assess your comprehension:

    • Recognize the combining forms.
    • List the major organs of the male reproductive system and their functions.
    • Build male reproductive system medical terms from word parts.
    • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices.

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      Medical Terminology - Skeletal

      The skeletal system provides protection (such as the skull for the brain), support and movement for the body frame, a calcium storage area, and more. “Build” skeletal system medical terms from word parts in this module!

    • Recognize the combining forms for the musculoskeletal system.
    • List the major organs of the musculoskeletal system and describe their functions.
    • Recognize the components of a long bone.
    • Build musculoskeletal system medical terms from word parts.
    • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the musculoskeletal system.

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      Medical Terminology - Muscles and Joints

      The primary function of the muscles and joints is to support the movement of the human body. So stretch and bend… and continue this exercise to learn more about the terms used for the muscles and joints!

    • Recognize the combining forms for the muscles and joints.
    • Describe the characteristics of the three types of muscle tissue.
    • Distinguish the major muscles of the body and use movement terminology.
    • Define some vocabulary terms to help you make the best coding choices for the muscles and joints.

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      Medical Terminology - Endocrine System

      The Endocrine system controls and regulates the complex activities of the body. The Endocrine system secretes hormones into the blood stream. These secretions come from a variety of glands which control various organs of the body. Learn the medical terminology for these various glands and hormones.

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      Specialty Coding

      Coding Interventional Radiology

      One of the most difficult services to code is Interventional Radiology and its component coding requirements. Since Interventional Radiologists code for both the procedure and the imaging services, the coder must be aware of the different guidelines for each part of the service.

      This course will provide instructions and examples of a cross-section of services provided by these practitioners, including:

      • Arterial System
      • Venous System
      • Pulmonary System
      • Portal System
      • Lymphatic System
      • Catheterizations
      • Angiography
      • Therapeutic Procedures
      The course will also cover how to determine the orders of vascular families and the coding steps for complete coding.

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      Elite Modifier Training

      This course covers the most frequently used modifiers according to the AMA’s recent 2007/2008 calculations of submitted claims with modifiers. For each modifier we will be going over each of their definitions, discussing each modifier’s uniqueness in depth, and provide coding scenario’s to assist you through the course. Common misuses of the modifiers will also be addressed.

      For assistance with the course, you may want to refer to your AMA CPT Manual Appendix A.

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      Coding for Emergency Department Services

      Learn the differences between hospital and physician coding requirements, type A and type B emergency department coding, and trauma center requirements. This course will guide you through these scenarios and provide answers to your most frequent questions.

    • ED changes and similarities in the last 30+ years
    • Differences between professional & facility calculations
    • Point system
    • New ED rules
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      Chart Auditing

      Chart Auditing - "The Basics"

      Chart auditing is an important part of every medical practice. Regardless of who the audit is being performed by… an employee of the practice or a third party payer, it is vital for every employee involved with the medical chart to possess the knowledge, skills and abilities of basic chart auditing.

      This course is designed to provide an introduction to medical chart auditing. It is designed in an easy step by step format to explain the processes involved in performing a medical chart audit.

      This is an introductory auditing course developed to help the student gain confidence in chart auditing practices and to prepare the student for more advanced chart audit courses. Continuing Education

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      Billing and Reimbursement

      Medical Insurance Billing & Reimbursement in a Physician Practice

      Critical to a financially sound physician practice is consistent cash flow. The source for revenue heavily depends upon the reimbursement from insurance companies. This is achieved through accurate and timely submission of claims by the insurance billing specialist. Additionally, consistent claims follow up, and the ability to identify and correct claims problems are equally important. This course will focus the revenue cycle through basic information required on an insurance claim and recognizing potential claims problems.

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      Other Healthcare Related Topics

      Infectious Diseases - "The Challenges"

      Learn the coding intricacies of infectious diseases. Learn how and when to apply specific 900 codes in cases of infections. Do the terms MRSA, HIV, Hepatitis C and End-Stage AIDS cause confusion? Learn the particulars associated with these codes. This course will help one to know when certain codes are primary codes and others are required to be secondary codes. What is necessary to correctly address acute and chronic infectious conditions? Learn how vaccine coding may have different requirements for immuno-compromised patients. This course will assist the student in de-mystifying the often complex conditions in this category.

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      Coming Soon

      2009 Radiology CEU Coding Scenarios

      The 2009 Radiology CEU Coding Scenarios are a series of 8 online quizzes and 160 scenarios ranging from:

    • Modifiers: CPT® & HCPCS Level II Books
    • Medical Terminology
    • Anatomy
    • Radiation Oncology: CPT® Book
    • General Radiology: CPT® Book HCPCS Level II Book
    • 70000 Radiology: CPT® Book
    • HCPC Level II : HCPCS Level II Book
    • ICD-9 : ICD-9 Book
    • This course is designed for the radiology coder. It combines radiology coding rules and application. Pay close attention to the guidelines in each section.

      You will need your 2009 coding books to complete the course.

    • CPT® Book Standard or Professional
    • HCPCS Level II
    • ICD-9 Book
    • The Annual CEU Coding Scenarios are Self-Paced so you can log in and out as you wish and complete them at your own pace. After each question/scenario is answered correctly, feedback of the correct answer will be displayed so you can review additional information regarding the question/scenario.

      Once you finish the course, you will be able to print out your certificate.

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      2009 CPC® Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 1
      Coming January 2009

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      2009 CPC® Annual CEU Coding Scenarios Part 2
      Coming January 2009

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      2009 CPC-H® CEU Annual Coding Scenarios
      Coming January 2009

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      2009 CPC-P® Practice Tests / Coding Scenarios
      Coming January 2009

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      2009 E&M CEU Annual Coding Scenarios
      Coming January 2009

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      Anatomy: Full Coverage - The Skin
      COMING SOON

      Throughout the body, the skin's characteristics (thickness, color, texture) vary. For instance, the head contains more hair follicles than anywhere else, while the soles of the feet contain none. In addition, the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands are much thicker. Test your understanding about the skin – there is more than you see on the surface.

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      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal – Head to Toe
      COMING SOON

      Bone is living tissue that provides shape and support for the body, as well as protection for some organs. Bone also serves as a storage site for minerals and provides the medium - marrow - for the development and storage of blood cells. The bones also are important for storing calcium and phosphate. Tendons, cartilage, fascia, and muscle help hold it all together. Learn about how each part contributes to the human frame.

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      Anatomy: Respiratory – The Aero Plane
      COMING SOON

      Respiration is the act of breathing: inhaling (inspiration) - taking in oxygen, exhaling (expiration) - giving off carbon dioxide. The lungs take in oxygen, which cells need to live and carry out their normal functions. The lungs also get rid of carbon dioxide, a waste product of the body's cells. The primary organs of respiration are the lungs, but many smaller parts of the respiratory system contribute to the overall function of this organ system.

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      Anatomy: Circulatory – From Arteries to Veins
      COMING SOON

      When someone says “circulatory”, most of us think about the heart. But the arteries and veins play a big role in the circulatory system too. Circulation is controlled by valves in the heart and contraction of the cardiac muscle. The heart beats 2 to 3 billion times during the lifespan of the average person. Each of these muscular cycles of contraction depends on specialized cardiac tissues, vital for generating and synchronizing the heartbeat.

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      Anatomy: Digestive – The Ins and Outs
      COMING SOON

      Each year, millions of Americans are diagnosed with digestive disorders, ranging from the occasional upset stomach to the more life-threatening colorectal cancer. They encompass disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. We will start at the beginning, and learn about everything throughout the digestive process.

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      Anatomy: Urinary - The Plumbing System
      COMING SOON

      Urology is the branch of medicine concerned with the urinary tract in both genders, and with the genital tract or reproductive system in the male. Urogenital is a word that refers to the urinary and genital organs. Those organs include the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra – the “internal plumbing” to remove liquid wastes from the body. Find out more about the anatomy and functions of the production, storing, and excretion processes.

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      Anatomy: Our Different Parts – Male and Female
      COMING SOON

      From before puberty to after menopause, a woman's body is constantly changing and developing. The same changes take place in men. At each stage of development and maturation, there are changes to gynecological, reproductive, and sexual anatomy of both. Although the male and female anatomy may differ, they have similar diseases such as infertility, infections, and tumors. Find out more about the similarities and differences.

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      Anatomy: The Nervous System – an internal conversation
      COMING SOON

      Comprised of specialized tissue that controls the actions and reactions of the body and the way it adjusts to changes occurring inside and outside the body. In addition to the brain and spinal cord, principal organs of the nervous system “talk” to the sensory receptors in other parts of the body. Learn more about the three main parts of the nervous system, and other functions of the nervous system.

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      Orthopedics is more than broken bones
      Coming Soon

      Does orthopedic coding leave you confused trying to determine the differences between arthodesis and arthocentesis, between compression and compartments, autogenous grafts and allografts? Here you will learn to differentiate and master the vocabulary of orthopedics - including some of those procedures that carry the name of some long-ago surgeon - and have the tools to code these often confusing procedures.

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      Specialty Medical coding is special
      Coming Soon

      Here you will find the answers to code some interrelated conditions - hypertension and renal diseases. Why are they assumed to be related; what should the hypertension table mean to me? What is the difference between acute renal failure and chronic renal failure and why does it matter? What is the GFR and how does it relate to coding chronic renal failure? How is dialysis coded? What changes if an anemia is related to renal failure? Learn the guidelines for coding the specificities of these conditions.

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      Audio Conferences

      BC Advantage

      Audio Conference - How to Oversee Your Billing Department

      Description: Sometimes it seems that our billing staff speaks an entirely different language. Short of charges and receipts what should we be looking for? How do we adequately evaluate their performance? By listening to this audio you will have a firmer understanding with a basic checks and balance system to put into place. You will also learn what questions you should be asking, what you should be looking for and feel more confident that you will not be at a disadvantage during reviews.

      Who should listen?

    • Coders
    • Billers & Supervisors
    • Physicians
    • Practice owners
    • Practice administrators
    • Compliance Officers
    • Residents and Fellows that will soon be beginning to practice
    • What you will learn: Listeners of this audio conference will walk away with security in knowing that they can effectively decipher those large practice management reports and know what you should be asking for and what numbers to track. By effectively leading, you can increase your revenue and reduce your overhead.

    • What forms should I be asking to see?
    • Do I have information that is valuable to their production that I have unknowingly withheld?
    • Positive communication can increase revenue and improve your working environment, this session will show you how to open that line of communication
    • Let me show you simple ways to reduce your overhead
    • I will share my “knowledge center” with you.
    • What is it? What is in it? How do you create one?

      Continuing Education

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      Audio Conference - Maximizing Insurance Plan Reimbursement

      Description:

      Health insurance is extremely confusing. We struggle to stay informed – and expect our patients to do the same.

      Getting paid continues to be a challenge so education and resources are critical.

      This audio conference will provide you with:

    • Tools and tips for maximizing reimbursements
    • Understanding insurance types
    • Understanding payer agreements
    • Continuing Education

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      Books

      AMA Books

      CPT® Tip of the Day Calendar

      Keep track of appointments and receive valuable coding tips throughout the year! This 2009 "tearoff" calendar includes national holidays and important industry dates throughout.

      Sample Coding Tip:

      Code 38220, Bone marrow; aspiration only, describes the procedure of bone marrow aspiration. If multiple aspirations are obtained at the same insertion site, then code 38220 should be reported one time. However, if a separately distinct needle site was aspirated (e.g., iliac and sternum), then it would be appropriate to report code 38220 appended by modifier 59. Code 38221, Bone marrow; biopsy, needle or trocar, describes the technique of removal of a small piece or pieces of the cancellous bone via a needle (such as Jamshidi) or trocar.

      "This calendar is the perfect gift for my coding supervisor, she'll love it!" - Janet Weiser, Affiliated Professional Services, Inc.

      Continuing Education

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      AMA Coding Books

      All AMA Books and Reference Materials are avaialble upon request. Please email Kenny Smith @ ksmith@codingwebu.com for pricing.

      Continuing Education

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      CPT® 2009 Professional Edition

      CPT® 2009 Professional Edition

      Spiralbound, 81/2" x 11", 864 pages

      ISBN#: 978-1-60359-064-8

      Item#: EP888809

      Authors: American Medical Association

      Available Date: October 2008

      Continuing Education

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      CPT® 2009 Standard Edition

      Softbound, 81/2" x 11", 550 pages

      ISBN#: 978-1-60359-063-1

      Item#: OP054109

      Authors: American Medical Association

      Available Date: October 2008

      Continuing Education

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      AMA Physician ICD-9-CM 2009, Volumes 1 and 2 Spiral Version

      Available for Shipment September 2008

      Be prepared with the most recent ICD-9-CM code changes with this comprehensive resource strategically organized to help improve coding accuracy and efficiency. Includes dictionary-style headings, color tabs and legends on each page. Features include: Current official code set with complete summary of code changes provides a quick reference to all relevant 2009 changes (includes instructional notes, additional conventions and complete coding guidelines) Clinically oriented definitions and illustrations Color fourth- and fifth-digit alert symbols in index and tabular Valid three-digit list V-code designation symbol alerts "Unspecified" and "Other Specified" code alerts

      Item#: OP065109DJQ

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      AMA Physician ICD-9-CM 2009, Volumes 1 and 2 Softbound

      Available for Shipment September 2008

      Be prepared with the most recent ICD-9-CM code changes with this comprehensive resource strategically organized to help improve coding accuracy and efficiency. Includes dictionary-style headings, color tabs and legends on each page. Features include: Current official code set with complete summary of code changes provides a quick reference to all relevant 2009 changes (includes instructional notes, additional conventions and complete coding guidelines) Clinically oriented definitions and illustrations Color fourth- and fifth-digit alert symbols in index and tabular Valid three-digit list V-code designation symbol alerts "Unspecified" and "Other Specified" code alerts

      Item#: OP065309

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      Principles of ICD-9-CM Coding, Fourth Edition

      Spiralbound, 81/2" x 11", 356 pages, includes CD-ROM

      Item#: OP065808

      ISBN#: 978-1-57947-899-5

      Authors: Deborah J Grider

      This educational resource to ICD-9-CM coding provides guidelines for identifying and locating the most appropriate codes including chapter learning objectives, checkpoint exercises throughout the chapters and informative coding tips in the margins - which allow readers to learn by doing. Additional features include:

    • New CD teaching tool - gives instructors the ability to administer tests using questions and answers developed by the AMA
    • New chapters - cover symptoms, signs and ill-defined conditions along with injury and poisoning as well as an overview of ICD-9-CM, Volume 3
    • Expanded appendix - includes ICD-9-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting A discussion of the future of coding involving ICD-10-CM

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      Principles of CPT® Coding, Fifth Edition

      Spiralbound, 8-1/2" x 11", 580 pages

      Item#: OP501007

      ISBN#: 978-1-57947-967-1

      Authors: American Medical Association

      The instructive guide for CPT® coding. Updated and revised by the American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) experts, Principles of CPT® Coding, fifth edition, is a comprehensive training and education textbook that provides the most in-depth review available of the entire CPT codebook. Chapters cover history and basic coding concepts, evaluation and management (E/M) guidelines and medical specialties, and a detailed discussion of code families and individual codes.

      Broad enough to educate the beginning coder, while serving as a useful tool for those with more experience, this book explains the use of the codes and guidelines in a practical, easy-to-read style that addresses everyday coding challenges.

      Features and tools in this new edition include:

    • New! Slide presentation facilitator's guide with numerous speaker notes to ensure consistency in training. This instructor-led presentation provides an overview of the use of this textbook as well as background and other information on coding and related issues. Slides in the presentation can easily be adaptable by the facilitator depending on the audience.
    • Additional end-of-chapter exercises feature more than 200 questions to test readers' comprehension of the material.
    • Expanded and revised chapter sections explain major additions and revisions of codes and guidelines for the surgery, radiology, E/M and medicine sections.
    • Instructions on how to code from an operative report guide today's coding professional with practical, "real world" tips to help you through the process.
    • Coding tips provide hints on codes assignment, bundling and payer policies.
    • Special interactive feature allows you to earn continuing education units by completing the online quizzes based on textbook material.

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      HCPCS 2009 Level II

      Your guide to Medicare’s National Level II codes! Organized for efficiency and accuracy, with enhanced icons, detailed illustrations, quick-flip color tabs and dictionary-style headings. Additional features include:

    • New! PQRI alerts icon next to codes
    • All HCPCS 2009 codes, modifiers and deleted codes
    • DMEPOS icon alerts
    • APC status indicators
    • Age and sex edit icons
    • AHA’s Coding Clinic for HCPCS
    • ASC designation symbols
    • Expanded Pub 100 references and excerpts
    • Expanded table of drugs
    • Available December 2008, softbound, 8˝" x 11", 380 pages

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      Ingenix

      Current Procedural Coding Expert — 2009

      CPT® Codes with Medicare Essentials Enhanced for Accuracy.

      Understanding and accurately coding CPT® codes is easier with this refurbished and expanded guide for effective coding. This reference combines CPT® codes with billing and Medicare regulatory information in one volume, clarifies annual CPT® code changes and describes the implications of changes.

    • Identify Medicare rules and regulations that impact coding
    • Save time researching the coding guidelines behind outpatient procedures
    • Quickly and accurately locate CPT® codes

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      Ingenix Coding Books

      All Ingenix Books and Reference Materials are avaialble upon request. Please email Kenny Smith @ ksmith@codingwebu.com for pricing.

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      ICD-9-CM Expert for Physicians, Volumes 1 & 2 — 2009 (spiral)

      ICD-9-CM Resources That Makes You the Expert.

      Why settle for anything less than the best? Our experts add valuable resources and track regulatory and coding changes to bring you a top-notch code reference that meets all your needs. This Expert choice helps you comply with HIPAA, stay current with changes and work smarter.

    • Comprehensive integration of coding and reimbursement edits
    • Designed and edited by staff of experts
    • Attention to detail creates a premium resource

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      Updateable ICD-9-CM Expert for Physicians, Volumes 1 & 2

      ICD-9-CM Resources That Makes You the Expert.

      Why settle for anything less than the best? Our experts add valuable resources and track regulatory and coding changes to bring you a top-notch code reference that meets all your needs. This Expert choice helps you comply with HIPAA, stay current with changes and work smarter.

    • Comprehensive integration of coding and reimbursement edits
    • Designed and edited by staff of experts
    • Attention to detail creates a premium resource

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      Updateable ICD-9-CM Expert for Hospitals, Volumes 1, 2 & 3

      Dependable ICD-9-CM Coding for Hospitals Starts Here.

      Our experts add valuable resources and track regulatory and coding changes to provide a premier code reference that meets your needs. This expert choice is designed to increase coding accuracy and work efficiency by having the code, definitions, illustrations, Medicare code edits—all the critical information on the same page as the code selected.

    • Comprehensive integration of coding and reimbursement edits
    • Designed and edited by staff of experts
    • Attention to detail creates the premium resource.

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      HCPCS Level II Expert — 2009 (spiral)

      Timely and Accurate Coding Made Easy.

      Meticulous coders know that staying on top of code changes is the key to timely and accurate reimbursement. This reliable HCPCS Level II book features the most current HCPCS codes and regulations for the most meticulous, HIPAA-compliant coders and provides authoritative answers to your coding questions.

    • Keep up-to-date with revenue using accurate coding
    • Understand and adopt changes faster
    • Benefit from a comprehensive collection of HCPCS sources

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      Updateable HCPCS Level II Expert

      Timely and Accurate Coding Made Easy.

      Meticulous coders know that staying on top of code changes is the key to timely and accurate reimbursement. This reliable HCPCS Level II book features the most current HCPCS codes and regulations for the most meticulous, HIPAA-compliant coders and provides authoritative answers to your coding questions.

    • Keep up-to-date with revenue using accurate coding
    • Understand and adopt changes faster
    • Benefit from a comprehensive collection of HCPCS sources

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      DRG Expert — 2009 (compact, spiral)

      The DRG Expert has been a trusted and comprehensive reference to the DRG classification system for 25 years. Organized by major diagnostic category (MDC), the convenient and innovative book layout follows the logical MS-DRG decision process. This is a must-have reference for those who need to accurately assign DRGs concurrently and retrospectively or verify DRG information.

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      Coders' Desk Reference for Diagnoses — 2009

      Optimize Coding Confidence with Expert ICD-9-CM Tips.

      When the ICD-9-CM code book and coding guidelines do not have all the information you need, find answers to clinical, coding and documentation issues in this detailed desk reference. This resource works with your code book to provide in-depth analysis of every code, including all the new codes for 2009.

    • Understand the clinical meanings behind ICD-9-CM codes
    • Improve coding confidence with essential, expert coding tips
    • Know the requirements for documentation before code assignment

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      Coders’ Desk Reference for Procedures — 2009

      Master CPT® Components and Code with Confidence.

      Now with significant changes included for 2009, this desk reference will help you master the components and details behind CPT® codes for better coding success. Reduce the number of errors in code selection, improve understanding of the clinical meanings behind codes and check billing and coding information for Medicare.

    • Know the differences between similar CPT® codes
    • Code more accurately from the operative reports
    • Train new coders and medical staff

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      Group Packages

      2009 Professional Coder's Book Package

      The 2009 Professional Coder's Book Package contains the

    • CPT® 2009 Professional Edition
    • AMA Physician ICD-9-CM 2009, Volumes 1 and 2 Spiral Version, and
    • 2009 HCPCS Level II.

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