Conquer the AHIMA CCS Exam: Your Concise Guide to Advanced Medical Coding Certification and Becoming a Certified Coding Specialist

De: Philip Martin McCaulay

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Passing the AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) exam requires mastery of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems, along with compliance regulations, DRG assignment, and medical necessity requirements. This guide provides a concise yet thorough overview to help candidates prepare effectively for the exam.

Readers will explore key medical coding concepts, inpatient and outpatient coding principles, reimbursement methodologies, and compliance best practices. Topics include detailed coding case studies, DRG classifications, E/M coding, surgical coding, modifier usage, and revenue cycle management. Additionally, this book explains common coding errors, audit risks, and test-taking strategies to optimize exam performance.

This book is a concise summary intended to complement more detailed study resources. It does not include practice questions or exhaustive topic coverage. Instead, it focuses on core concepts, coding applications, and exam readiness strategies to help candidates efficiently structure their preparation.

By reinforcing coding fundamentals, reviewing real-world medical scenarios, and applying best practices for coding accuracy, this guide helps candidates develop confidence and proficiency for success on the CCS exam.

Whether you are a first-time test taker or an experienced coder looking to advance your career, this book provides the essential knowledge needed to navigate the CCS exam and achieve AHIMA certification.