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ICD-10-CM will require many more details to determine the appropriate diagnosis and/or condition of the patient. Ensuring proficiency in anatomy and physiology is the first step a coder should take to prepare for the transition. Unlike other anatomy & physiology books, ICD-10-CM Advanced Anatomy & Physiology for Home Health Agencies 2012/2013 focuses solely on preparing a home health coder for the new challenge of ICD-10. It includes: * Full-page anatomy and code-specific illustrations -- provide better interpretation of clinical notes to help code with more specificity. * Detailed reviews of each body system -- with in-depth information on cells, tissues, and organs that comprise each body system. * Quizzes at the end of every chapter -- test your knowledge and retention of information and review explanations of the correct answer choice. * New anatomical and physiological documentation requirements -- for code capture in ICD-10. * Hundreds of Coding Practice Exercises -- hone your decision- making as you demonstrate your understanding of anatomy and physiology captured in the code. * Comparisons of ICD-10 to ICD-9 Guidelines -- gain understanding of the key differences and similarities. Jumpstart your ICD-10 training with this must-have anatomy and physiology guide for home health coders. 100% Money-Back Guarantee: If you do not find that ICD-10-CM Advanced Anatomy & Physiology for Home Health Agencies 2012/2013 helps you improve ICD-10-CM accurate coding, simply return it within 30 days from receipt for a full refund; no questions asked.