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What is an Alphabetic Index?
What is an Alphabetic Index?
Alphanumeric contains both letters and numbers.
Alphanumeric contains both letters and numbers.
True
What is the Coding Process?
What is the Coding Process?
The sequence of actions required to interpret medical documentation into the correct codes.
What does Linking confirm?
What does Linking confirm?
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What is the Main Section of the CPT code book?
What is the Main Section of the CPT code book?
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What are Notations?
What are Notations?
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What are the Official Guidelines?
What are the Official Guidelines?
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What type of information do Symbols provide?
What type of information do Symbols provide?
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What are Tables in the ICD-10-CM code book?
What are Tables in the ICD-10-CM code book?
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What is the purpose of the Tabular List?
What is the purpose of the Tabular List?
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Study Notes
Coding Fundamentals
- Alphabetic Index: A comprehensive index in a coding book that organizes codes alphabetically with short descriptions, aiding quick reference from A to Z.
- Alphanumeric: A term describing a character set that includes both letters and numbers, essential for various coding systems.
Coding Process
- Coding Process: The systematic method of translating documentation from healthcare encounters into accurate codes, reflecting the services provided between healthcare professionals and patients.
Linking Codes
- Linking: The practice of establishing medical necessity by associating at least one diagnosis code with one procedure code, crucial for justified coding practices.
Structure of Code Books
- Main Section: The part of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code book where codes are organized numerically, facilitating easier searching of specific procedures.
- Notations: Important alerts and warnings within code sets that guide coders towards more accurate application of codes.
- Official Guidelines: A set of established rules and regulations intended to provide clear instructions on the proper use of specific coding systems.
- Symbols: Graphical marks akin to emojis that give additional guidance for the correct and precise use of codes.
ICD-10-CM Organization
- Tables: The section of the ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) code book that organizes codes alphanumerically based on the first three characters, enabling structured searching.
- Tabular List: Another section of the ICD-10-CM code book that presents all codes in a comprehensive alphanumeric order, essential for finding specific diagnosis codes effectively.
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Test your knowledge on key terms from Chapter 3 of 'Let's Code It!'. This quiz covers important concepts like the alphabetic index, alphanumeric codes, and the coding process. Perfect for anyone studying medical coding or health documentation.
