Coding for Pediatrics 2020: A Manual for Pediatric Documentation and Payment

Coding for Pediatrics is the first place to look for the know-how needed to bill accurately, minimize payment issues, and maximize practice profitability. This year's completely updated 25th edition includes all changes in CPT codes as well as guidance for using them. The book's many clinical vignettes, examples, and coding pearls throughout, provide added guidance needed to ensure accuracy and payment. With a focus on creating ease of reference, Coding for Pediatrics 2020 is divided into the following parts: 1. Quick References that include all new and revised CPT and ICD-10-CM codes applicable to pediatrics. 2. Coding Basics and Business Essentials including information on code sets, compliance, and business topics like billing and payment methodologies. 3. Primarily for the Office and Other Outpatient Settings including information on coding and billing for services such as office visits. 4. Primarily for Hospital Settings including information on coding for inpatient and observation services. 5. Digital Medicine Services including discussion of coding for telemedicine services. 6. The American Academy of Professional Coders continuing education quiz. 7. The appendixes include worksheets and vaccine coding information.