icd-9 code sequencing

[heatherwinters]

Does anyone have any good references or purchased any good exercises in icd-9 code sequencing? So many payers are placing such emphasis on this when determining reimbursement I want to make sure I am interpreting the rules correctly. Thanks

 

[cmcgarry]

I always use the Guidelines that come with the ICD9-CM coding manual. They're HIPAA compliant and approved by CMS, the AHA, AHIMA, and NCHS. You can purchase the Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM, published by the AHA. Also, the AMA puts out a good book called "Principles of ICD9 Coding".

Thanks,

 

[heatherwinters]

Thanks

Thank you

 

[mitchellde]

The coding guidelines are free of charge and can be accessed via the CDC website:
http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/icd.htm
They are update periodically.

 

[winter6]

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