Risk Adjustment Documentation Coding, 2nd Edition

This book covers the important topic of capturing medical risk in documentation and coding, which is essential for proper reimbursement, managing cost, and delivering high-quality care. Chronic diseases are prevalent in older patients, and accurately capturing comorbidities is critical for MIPS efficiency ratings. The book offers expert guidelines for coding and documentation, as well as checklists for common chronic diseases, mapping and tabular information, and exercises to test diagnosis abstraction and coding skills. Ideal for medical professionals participating in MIPS, and educators looking to prepare students for certification exams.