Procedural Coding Expert 2022

Procedural Coding Expert 2022
ISBN-10
1646312163
ISBN-13
9781646312160
Category
Medical
Pages
1352
Language
English
Published
2021-11-15
Publisher
AAPC
Author
AAPC

Description

Improve Efficiency, Boost Reimbursement, and Master 2022 CPT® Code Changes with the Procedural Coding Expert 2022 The user-friendly design of this expansive resource lays out the 2022 CPT® code set with full code descriptors, E/M coding advice, CPT® to HCPCS Level II G code crosswalks, CPT® and HCPCS Level II modifiers with definitions and tips, proprietary laboratory analyses codes, inpatient-only procedure codes, brand-name vaccinations associated with CPT® codes, vascular families for interventional radiology coding, Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) details — and so much more! Everything you need for each coding decision, conveniently organized, is easily identifiable with color-coded alerts and highlights. Get quick access to essential data for spot-on CPT® coding. Key Features and Benefits: Complete 2022 CPT® Code Set: Find all current CPT® codes and their descriptions in one place. Customized Alphabetic Index for 2022: Save time and eliminate cross-reference searching with thousands of easy-to-follow entries. Comprehensive Code Chapters: Effortlessly locate Category I, II, and III, multianalyte assays, and proprietary laboratory analyses codes. 2022 Coding Advice for New/Revised/Deleted Codes: Avoid errors with coding tips for new and revised codes, plus go-to crosswalks for deleted codes. CPT® and HCPCS Level II Modifiers: Refer to definitions and guidance for assigning modifiers correctly. CPT®-to-G Code Crosswalks: Quickly locate G codes for billing Medicare and other payers simply by looking up CPT® Colored Symbols and Code Alerts: Expansive highlights throughout the chapters emphasize coding and billing requirements and reimbursement information: New/revised, add-on, and re-sequenced codes FDA approval pending Modifier 51 or 63 exempt Female/male only procedures, maternity services/procedures MIPs code, telemedicine code Facility/non-facility total RVUs Global days MUEs Modifier crosswalks HCPCS code dosage for drugs Payment Limit Maximum Reimbursement Amount ASC payment indicator/ASC separate payment APC status indicator/APC value CPT® Assistant article references Appendices: Access all the information you need in one convenient resource: New, revised, and deleted codes for 2022 2022 crosswalks for deleted codes Inpatient-only procedure codes Category II modifiers Re-sequenced codes Vascular families for interventional radiology Lists of modifier 51 exempt, modifier 63 exempt, and add-on codes Place of service and type of service codes and definitions Payment status indicators and definitions HCPCS Level II modifiers and descriptions Brand-name and generic vaccinations associated with CPT® codes Drug class list Helpful Illustrations: Boost your understanding of procedures with detailed anatomical illustrations throughout the chapters. E/M Office and Other Outpatient (99202–99215) Audit Worksheet: Keep your E/M pay on track by ensuring compliance with 2021 E/M guidelines. Dictionary-style Headers and Bleed Tabs: Easily navigate chapters with color-coded page headings highlighting the code range on every page. Note Pages: Use convenient note pages between each chapter to jot down critical coding reminders. Procedural Coding Expert 2022 provides an easy way to maximize reimbursement in the year ahead. Note: This book is not the official AMA CPT® code book and CANNOT be used for AAPC certification exams. CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.

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