The one-of-a-kind Coders’ Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II provides both experienced and new coders, medical staff, payers and health care professionals with a comprehensive and informative guide to a wide variety of commonly asked questions and definitions for HCPCS Level II codes. The Coders’ Desk Reference for HCPCS Level II allows users to check billing and coding information for Medicare and reduce the number of errors in code selection and understand once and for all the clinical meanings of and differences between HCPCS codes, as well as the complex rules governing this code set.

• 3,000+ alphanumerical HCPCS Level II codes and their lay descriptions. Improve coding accuracy and gain a clear understanding of clinical definitions of supplies and services with thousands of new codes.
• Modifier definitions, diagnosis code suggestions and rules for their use. Use the thorough list of modifiers with narrative explanations to help you choose modifiers and E/M codes appropriately.
• Coding and billing instructions. Reduce research time and improve coding accuracy when you know the quickest way to bill and code HCPCS Level II codes.
• Additional chapters on documentation, durable medical equipment (DME), fraud and abuse, compliance and HIPAA. Prevent the risk of audits and fines by clearly understanding the regulatory requirements that affect HCPCS Level II coding.
• Quick guide page that lists HCPCS codes not covered by Medicare. See at a glance the codes that are not covered for Medicare patients.
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