6. Medical Coding Books

[@kaitlynlemaster5804]

I have learned more from your lessons then my 2 years in school, so blessed to learn from you

[@calliegrimes6109]

yES Yes YESSS , Amazing & gifted teacher/Instructor

[@ambernavarro9286]

I seriously find you so helpful. Taking this online course can be stressful, especially when I am trying to learn/understand everything by myself. Please keep up your awesome videos! I know that with everything you are planning to teach through them, I will be able to pass my exam. Thanks again!

[@codemastercoach6636]

+Amber Navarro : Thank you Amber. We WILL do this!

[@MsPRod21]

Thank you for being so generous with your time

[@rebeccajaeger8619]

I am so happy to have found your channel!!!! I seriously just today was thinking of dropping out of my program. I have had a lot of struggles come my way during schooling. I do so much better with a teacher verses just myself and a book. I have always excelled academically but never knew I needed that interaction with a teacher. Please please please don't stop what your doing. Your literally saving me!

[@codemastercoach6636]

You can do this Rebecca Jaeger. I will keep adding videos.

[@Foreva_my_side]

Why not go to school?

[@debramckay5196]

Hello I have been in the healthcare field for almost 9 years now. I am currently a Supervisor in Patient Access which consists mainly of Registering/Scheduling/Insurance Verification of the patient's appointment. I have always been interested in Medical Coding and would like to pursue a career in it. I was struggling about how to begin and now I know you and your courses are heaven scent. I just would like to say "Thank you" from the bottom of my heart. I have no doubt after looking at the first videos that I can do this!!!! Thank you again!!!!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

You are so welcome @debramckay5196. Please email me at [e-mail]. I am putting together a presentation and would love to further talk to you about your role as a Supervisor in Patient Access.

[@Aggatoms]

I'm so glad I found your youtube channel! I just finished all of the 3 prerequisite classes and I will be starting my cpc training next month! Jan 2020! Here I come!!!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Welcome aboard Aggatoms.

[@landatarleton6250]

This is my second video of yours that I am viewing you are very thorough when explaining this information. This is helping me write me notes as I am studying for my CCA and need to do my notes over because they were lost with my flash drive. Plus I must say that it is nice seeing another AA female in this industry which is something I have yet to see.

[@sandramcclain4748]

So helpful, I was confused until I listened to her. So glad I remembered to look up on youtube. So happy I found CodeMastercoach. I am for sure going to listen to more.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Welcome Aboard Sandra McClain.

[@rosalynmejia9659]

Of course!!! We can do this because you are an amazing teacher. I always look forward for the next video and see what I can learn. Thanks.♡♡♡

[@TheSmackdwn]

I just found you and I'm going through each video starting from 1 and I'd just like to say thank you very very much! This is incredibly helpful. Your style of teaching is perfect!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you so much tsunami.

[@delorespinderdsrocks9179]

I just found this, I never knew this was a job, do now. at 53 im doing a career change. thanks for teaching, you are wonderful

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Dee Pinder.

[@keelalashandra]

I am 51 and will be 52 this year and I am also looking to change career. I have always been in retail and I am looking forward to something different.

[@delorespinderdsrocks9179]

@@keelalashandra Im glad im not alone. do you plan to test after these training's?

[@keelalashandra]

@@delorespinderdsrocks9179 My plan is to take a medical billing and coding class at my local technical college at the end of this year.

[@TheMamasilver]

I am 45 and recently divorced. I have been working in a medical clinic for the last 3 years and would like to further my career during my recent furlough. So blessed to have found your videos. Thank you!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

You're welcome Sara Silver.

[@jenniferricks2194]

Thank you for this channel...I took AAPC exam close to a year ago and didnt do so well. I'm currently studying to retake the exam. These videos are so helpful

[@moobot20]

I'm currently in an online medical billing and coding program, and your videos are a blessing. You help me to fully understand some of the things I just have a hard time with. I'm a visual learner, and just reading the textbook doesn't really help me absorb the information. Just want to say thank you and you make this interesting! On to the next video! 😊

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you rockn soulsista.

[@melmo6235]

I'm learning sooo much from you. I'm doing an online coding course and it's so hard for me to understand sitting behind the computer just reading... I need to be shown the book like you're doing and finding them with examples! I so appreciate you!!!🥰 God bless!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Mel Moreno.

[@kenboggle2352]

You are amazing... thought you should know!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Why thank you Ken Boggle!

[@sargenmi]

Winner of a video, I have been researching "free coding certification study guide" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Lukesey CPC Carnage - (should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my brother in law got cool results with it.

[@racheleastridge4164]

Your video has really helped me understand the whole coding process!! THANK YOU!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

You're welcome Rachel Eastridge.

[@d4akanevertheless321]

Thank you so much for your insight! Such a help for my CCS studies. I'm aka Dana Cathleen Nevarez, RHIA, CPC with over 20 yrs experience and your dead on with the conventions and guidelines. I told my coworkers about your videos

[@codemastercoach6636]

I appreciate that D4aka Nevertheless. I did the same thing with the RHIA and CPC and then went back for the CCS. (That RHIA carried me for years but I wanted to prove my coding skills so I took and passed my CCS)

[@monicajordan1063]

omg thanks you coach sooo much for posting this video. I am a online medical coding and billing student i was struggling to find code in a timely manner. but after i watch your video omg i tell you it only takes me 3min to find a code vs 15 thank sooo much and please keep posting

[@codemastercoach6636]

Your welcome Monica Jordan.

[@melodysmith4254]

Hello, I am new to your site and I am so glad I found you. I am currently a student in an advanced study program here in Pa. You are so good at breaking it down it's now starting to making a little more sense. I look forward to following you in your future videos Melody

[@patriciarajalingam7227]

You are AMAZING!!! forget Netflix, I will be binge watching your channel.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you so much Patricia Rajalingam.

[@ashleymazalewski7767]

lol same!!!!!!

[@sparksfly2557]

I like, you are a life saver, I started my Coding Foundation Class Tues, Jan 3rd, online, and on my BD, Looking forward to an A, with your help.

[@codemastercoach6636]

You can do it Marcella Ingram.

[@jacquelinewilliams1969]

Hello Coach! I had my first class on Monday. I am wondering what I have gotten myself into, but I have faith that, as you say, we will get through this together. I started at the beginning of your video's and have set a goal to do at least one or two a day. I'm also taking the online Dean Vaughn medical terminology course. I really want to get this but so far the coding piece sounds Greek to me, but I'm determined. I was exited to hear some of the things that you mentioned were discussed in class, so I felt ahead of the game. Thank you for all that you are doing!

[@codemastercoach6636]

You are so welcome Jacqueline Williams. It will all come together very soon.

[@jaxcookiejar]

This is just great information. I'm taking my class from Career Steps and I was just getting overwhelmed!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Jacqueline Harris.

[@perthuser75]

Thanks for your very informative video. I'm hoping to get into a course at a local university to do this as a job.

[@isaoya1573]

This is so approachable :) Thank you for providing this information! Invaluable! I deeply appreciate your time and effort.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Isa Oya.

[@brendawhiteside4779]

Hello, thank you for sharing your information with me. I finally got some books for a study guide. Thank you for stressing how important it is to Study and learn the guidelines.and Yes they are so important to learn and know. But it makes it easy to learn how to code. I am glad how you emphasize how important it is to learn the guidelines. Now I am beginning to see how everything fits together. Thank you so much. I love you.

[@codemastercoach6636]

You are so welcome Brenda Whiteside. I just love how enthusiastic you are about wanting to learn medical coding,

[@AccountableRepsCorp]

Just fantastic. I enjoying watching your videos. Thanks again for your lessons! :-)

[@syameze2227]

Regarding courses in the program, which were the most challenging? Your actual program courses, or the biology courses (Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrition, Microbiology or Intro to Human Disease)?

[@codemastercoach6636]

For me, the anatomy and physiology was difficult. Coding was too but I could fall back to the coding guidelines to confirm.

[@ladiieivorymedia]

I just purchased the CPT 2014 and ICD-10 CM 2015. I am currently in the Medical Records and also have a Electronic Health Records fundamentals certificate. My books will be here in October.

[@CHill253]

JUST FOUND THIS SITE! I LOVE IT !!!!!!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Kelly Hill.

[@sherrib292]

Thank you so much for posting these videos.

[@fidelalem]

Enjoying all your videos.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Corina Aleman.

[@reeno-l-3509]

Code master coach AYYYYYYYY!

[@jessicaalvarado9895]

first of all, i would like to let you know that you and your channel are heaven sent! God bless you for sharing all your knowledge with all of us! I have been trying to pass my CPC exam for a while now trying to study on my own from my books but it is very difficult at times bc I am a visual and audio learner. Also, i have so many questions and had no one to ask since i am teaching myself but then God brought me to you! but i have a question, i have my books from AAPC and i have the IDC 10 CM and i have the CPT, is the CPT one the same at the PCS one you are using in this video??

[@jessicaalvarado9895]

im apologize, i rewatched you video and i understand the difference now. its in and out patient determines which book to use, correct?

[@codemastercoach6636]

That's correct yessica alvarado. CPT is for outpatient coding and PCS is for inpatient coding.

[@calliegrimes6109]

Yes I agree God Sent indeed

[@KRWatkins]

I believe the J-codes (injections) fall under HCPCS Coding as well.

[@codemastercoach6636]

That is correct.

[@KRWatkins]

+CodeMaster Coach ok, thanks!

[@stephaniemitchell3682]

K.R. Watkins : Thank you sister

[@shandyaseen]

CodeMaster Coach

[@lindawhite8045]

you are very helpful, awesome videos, you explain it where we can understand it, thank you

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Linda White.

[@melanienoernberg9309]

Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge.

[@nina-111]

Hi Coach, I noticed some online training programs use electronic versions of these instead of physical books. Are the electronic versions harder to navigate?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Would you believe they are identical to the book? I like to make notes in my hard copy book and I am old school. However, the electronic versions are great too. I just couldn't ask students to purchase those and then keep it updated every year. If you have access, by all means, use it. In some versions you can even put your personal notes at the code.

[@NdnAnjel]

I have the 2016 ICD-10-CM and the CPT. Do I still need the ICD-10-PCS?

[@janetbarron9157]

Thank you for taking time out of your day to make these KZbin videos in coding. I am learning so much more watching and listening to you go over the books and codes! Is it still okay to email you and ask questions?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Sure. E-mail me at [e-mail]

[@janetbarron9157]

@@codemastercoach6636 Thank you so much!

[@TheJuleBoxStudios]

Awesome channel! Thank you so much for helping us with coding!! :) Is there an ICD-10-CM/PCS?? Thanks, Jules

[@aaposterchild]

Thank you for all the heads information, BOSS

[@ashleymazalewski7767]

your videos are very informational!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Ashley Mazalewski.

[@shandyaseen]

Dear Coach, I am so glad to find you on youtube while searching for learning medical billing or coding. first of thank you so much for all the hard work and time you invest to help others. I am new I like to start my carrier in billing. but I cannot figure out how to start, what books to buy for CCA. i am in my middle age i like to do this through short way. please guide me. what books to use and how I need to start through your videos for CCA course. I dont have any billing experience, can I still go into billing carrier. thanking you

[@channabratton5398]

I was wondering if you could cover anything from HIt 205. I failed this class one time already, now I am about to take it again.

[@JadedRapsody]

Hi, could you please tell me what is the difference between ICD-10-CM books, for example the draft set and the code set

[@codemastercoach6636]

The draft set came out before ICD-10-CM officially came into play. We had the draft set 2 year prior to Oct. 1, 2015 as a guide to the ICD-10-CM codes. We did not know up to September 30, 2015 if the conversion was going to really happen but if it did, we had the "Draft" set available. Since Oct. 1, 2015, ICD-10-CM is now "Official".

[@muderchickenblue9626]

My current classes list Optum360 for their books (which are $125 a piece for 2016), but I have found that there is a sale on the AMA website for about $70 a piece for the 2016 ones. I am aware that AMA has teamed up with Optum in some respect (some online coding thing), but they still sell their books separately. I wanted to know if there was a difference in the information presented with each publisher?

[@codemastercoach6636]

No. There is no difference in the classification system, however the books may be different in that one may have more pictures and additional definitions at the point of the code to assist with coding. However, the classification, ICD-10-CM will be the same. Also, whether the book is spiral bound or hard cover, etc. plays a role in different company book pricing.

[@michellepettiford8701]

I have the book ICD 10-CM 2017. Could I use this book for your tutorials

[@bgforthewin8919]

Amazing channel! THANK YOU!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Armani Almadhrahi.

[@joannemazurek9075]

I see Carol Buck has an ICD 10 CM book for 2020. My training school used some of her learning books. Are you familiar with her books? Have you - or anyone you know - used her coding books?? I am going to purchase the AAPC'S ICD 10 CM but I am curious about hers.

[@codemastercoach6636]

JoAnne Mazurek, I am familiar with them. I purchase my code books based on cost.

[@onyedikaumeanaeto6202]

Thanks so much for your videos, they've been really helpful. Please, I'm preparing to take the AHIMA CCS exam soon. However, I am a little confused on what books to buy. I hope to work in an outpatient setting for a short while then transition to inpatient. Which (set of books) do you suggest I buy: 1. ICD-10 CM and ICD-10 PCS 2. ICD-10 CM and CPT 3. ICD-10 PCS and CPT Also, do you think I need the HCPCS book? Thanks a lot as I await your reply

[@codemastercoach6636]

VictorBanks Dika, you will need all three of these books.

[@onyedikaumeanaeto6202]

CodeMaster Coach thanks for the prompt reply. How about the HCPCS book? Do I need it too? Also, do you think its better being certified as both a coder and biler?

[@codemastercoach6636]

VictorBanks Dika, I don't know much about billing certification, so I can't answer that. As for the HCPCS book, because you are planning to sit for the CCS exam, you won't need it for the exam but you will need to understand what HCPCS coding is.

[@syameze2227]

Since coding involves alphanumeric proficiency on the keyboard, my question is, how are keyboarding drills set up? Are you taught to type alphanumerically using the majority of the keyboard, or are you taught to use the number pad for numeric data entry?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Interesting question because I don't know of a coding program that has typing included. I think we assume the student can already use either the numeric pad or alphabets.

[@ajavenson618]

hi just found your channel ! so far I'm enjoying, quick question are you actually teaching the class, what we will need to pass the exam? would we still need to take an online course or go to school? I'm only interested in coding aspect no degree! Thanks!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Aja Venson, if you are not wanting a degree, then you are in the right place. I will be covering everything you will need for medical coding certification.

[@ajavenson618]

CodeMaster Coach is the ICD- 10 CM 2015 still the book I need to get?

[@codemastercoach6636]

No. You need the 2017 edition.

[@jiaofeng6639]

i love your video so much

[@TheSmackdwn]

Good morning, I'm in the middle of buying used books from ebay and found some cheap ones, I wanted to know if I can get them books each being from different years or do they all need to be from the same year? I'm only going to use them here to learn from you. I'm barely at the beginning and so I just want to dig in and see if it's really right for me before I fully invest. 😊

[@codemastercoach6636]

tsunami, if you can get them cheap and just for playing, that will be fine. Otherwise, codes update each year and your older books may not have all codes.

[@TheSmackdwn]

@@codemastercoach6636 Thank you for taking the time to respond. I did end up getting 3 books all 2021. So just waiting for them to arrive. Thanks Again! Have a great day and God Bless you.

[@lovebugk2336]

the specialist coding test, cca ccs, can you let me know about those links to study thank you

[@codemastercoach6636]

Those certification exam information can be found at www.AHIMA.org

[@syameze2227]

Do you feel the “case production standards” are fair & realistic? I had a friend that was trained on the job, and at the end of 6 months was let go because she didn’t perform as fast as expected.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Sya Meze, you are right. The production standards are pretty tough. I just know I have to meet them, so I push myself to meet them.

[@yenski2012]

Hi coach. Do com anies require that medical coders be Medicine or allied health course graduate? Thanks

[@codemastercoach6636]

No. They just want coders to be certified. The CPC certification does not require a college degree.

[@imlay75]

Do you have a recommendation for an online book?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Wish I did, but I don't. I have always had the luxury of the company that I work for having software for billing that included the electronic version of the classification system.

[@TexasLNC]

You're awesome!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you TexasLNC.

[@trhines100]

Do you have a video of Introduction to E/M

[@Sparkle-ey7iw]

What is the difference between icd 10 PCS and CPT

[@GAJ_GAJ]

do you coach personally? how can I contact you?

[@tigua972]

In her 5th video, she has her email address located in the "show more" section.

[@leubic]

Very helpful! 😊

[@codemastercoach6636]

Glad to hear that Leovic Rapirap.

[@nithanthkarthik5747]

God bless you

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Nithanth Karthik.

[@latoyalu1807]

As a beginner in my coding journey.. what books should I start with? CPT, ICD-10-CM, and ICD-10-PCS? Or HCPCS. Should I purchase the HCPCS later?

[@codemastercoach6636]

I recommend the ICD-10-CM book. You cannot generate a CPT code without an ICD-10-CM code. For procedures, it will depend on where you code. So, if you code in a hospital you will use the ICD-10-PCS code for the procedures and for the outpatient setting (ER, Physicians office, SDS, etc.) you would use the CPT code. Not all coders use HCPCS codes. So, that is why I recommend starting with the ICD-10-CM code.

[@illegalmonkey]

does coding take awhile? like how long does it usually take to could an office visit or a surgical procedure?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Outpatient coding can be learned in as short as approximately 3 months but inpatient coding will definitely take longer.

[@isabelramos8837]

I have a question someone referred to me the online ICD-10 database, they told me that if I use that I don't need the books is this correct

[@isabelramos8837]

Just want to take the exam for CPC

[@codemastercoach6636]

But will you have access to that site for the exam? Be sure to view the AAPC website with the required documents to make sure. I think you will need your books for the exam so you might as well get them to prepare.

[@bensym2449]

so coach which one are more important right now for the lesson to teach

[@codemastercoach6636]

ICD-10-CM book right now.

[@rachaelajeti]

Are you still tutoring? I tried emailing you but it would not go through...

[@alandasylvester5521]

Hi I need to know what HCPCS II book I need to purchase? I am looking on Amazon and there is several would you please take a look and let me know please.

[@codemastercoach6636]

It depends on which certification exam you plan to sit for. Go to www.aapc.com for the CPC exam and see what book they require before you purchase. Of if there is another exam you plan to sit for, check to see which book they require.

[@alandasylvester5521]

aapc

[@brendawhiteside4779]

Can I get a used book to learn the same thing as in your 2018 books. I have ICB-9-CM and CPT 2014.

[@codemastercoach6636]

ICD-9 is totally different from ICD-10. ICD-9 can go up to 5 digits and ICD-10 can go up to 7 digits with alpha characters. So, I recommend getting the ICD-10 book. As for the edition of CPT, we have several new codes and several deletions since, so you will probably have difficulty with that book too. Sorry.

[@brendawhiteside4779]

That's ok, I believe in you. Thank you.

[@brockknight7562]

What books should you use for medical billing and coding if you want to get your certificate and or national license?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Ultimately, the ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS. But, the CPC does not require ICD-10-PCS because you code for physicians (CPT) and not the facility, which is what ICD-10-PCS does.

[@brockknight7562]

Aw, that helps so much. Once again, can't thank you enough for taking the time out to respond.

[@nohamoharram6112]

Amazing thanks

[@codemastercoach6636]

Thank you Noha Moharram.

[@Sunny-sg7qe]

I am planning to take the CPC test . which year of books should I purchase to take with me during the test?

[@codemastercoach6636]

If you are testing this year, you must bring the current year book. (2017)

[@Sunny-sg7qe]

Thanks

[@nancyharris9988]

I accidentally hit Not Interested while trying to save a video. How can I get those back?

[@codemastercoach6636]

I don't know Nancy Harris. Hopefully, someone will jump in and answer this question for you.

[@reeno-l-3509]

Nancy Harris lol how do u save a video? So I can save some of these...

[@passiont.7528]

If you want to make a playlist of Code Master Coach’s video. Go to “Add to” “Create Playlist” I hope I helped

[@lovebugk2336]

aapc and ahmia, links study guide

[@maleehajabeen3140]

Hi mam I’m from India ur videos are great can u help me with with all the medical coding books

[@mayasanchez7671]

Thank you!

[@codemastercoach6636]

Your welcome Maya Sanchez.

[@zenaidacarrero7257]

Can I purchase any ICD 10 book to practice?

[@codemastercoach6636]

Yes you can but try to stay within the last year if possible. Codes change annually.

[@brendarodrigues3046]

I love your channel! It's such a great review for me. I'm so excited about these practices however, I'm in the process of locating ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS level I & II books so I can follow along with these worksheets without searching for the codes online. If you know anyone with books to spare please pass their info. onto me. I'd be happy to leave my email, etc for help. Again, thanks.

[@TheDrdebika]

Hello...I also find your videos very helpful. As a medical graduate I am interested in medical coding too. Currently I am in India but chances are there that I'll shift to UK in near future. In that case will this knowledge on medical coding would help me getting any job there? Please guide me.

[@codemastercoach6636]

Yes. They use ICD-10 there as well. Actually medical coding is a national career. The only difference is that the US finally moved to ICD-10 last year and other countries were already using ICD-10. But, we have finally caught up. An additional advantage is that coders work from home so even if you are in the UK or India, you can work for the US from home online.

[@TheDrdebika]

Hi, Do you do any online medical coding course for getting AAPC certificate so that I can start my new career?

[@codemastercoach6636]

If you build a notebook based on what I am now covering in my videos, you are taking coding classes. I am in the process of building a medical terminology class and will be teaching all courses required very soon. Otherwise, I recommend checking out your local college to see what online courses they offer in medical coding. They vary so much that its hard to recommend one over the other.

[@janet9831]

Hello I would like to asked some questions please let me know where I can send them to you .

[@codemastercoach6636]

You can reach me at [e-mail]

[@codemastercoach6636]

[e-mail]

[@dishajaiswal1]

mam where i purchase this book

[@codemastercoach6636]

Try www.AMA.com, www.AAPC.com or www.amazon.com.

[@calliegrimes6109]

I have a 2017 copy if anyone is interested, i was informed by my instructor to "throw away" I can't do that , just wasteful if it can be used

[@nitantkarthik7852]

I really interested in working for you, if you really do give me an opportunity then shall I send my resume ?

[@liannafaber5272]

Do u actually remember all those codes or do u use the books at work lol????

[@codemastercoach6636]

Lianna Faber, I use the book. It is not recommended for you to memorize codes because they update annually.

[@tahmasebgholi]

Please send me your notes thanks

[@redspirit17]

I found the 2018 pdfs free online

[@cassie2436]

[@jusbeingmejackson8799]

uma go back to school for medical billing coding

[@codemastercoach6636]

Just remember, this profession is what YOU make of it. Medical coding is anywhere healthcare is rendered. So, jump in and have fun.