Description
This comprehensive 3-volume ICD-9-CM coding manual from Elsevier is the standard reference for hospital billing professionals, medical coders, and healthcare administrators in India. Published in 2015 with 1,231 pages of detailed diagnosis and procedure codes, it provides the authoritative guidelines you need for accurate medical coding and compliance. Whether you’re training new billing staff, maintaining coding accuracy, or preparing for certification exams, this standard edition delivers complete coverage of ICD-9-CM classifications used across Indian hospitals and healthcare facilities. A must-have resource for anyone handling hospital records, insurance submissions, or medical documentation.
- ISBN-10: 0323352510
- ISBN-13: 978-0323352512
- Edition: Reprint
- Publisher: ELSEVIER
- Publication date: 1 January 2015
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 21.59 x 4.45 x 27.31 cm
- Print length: 1231 pages
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-9-CM coding and why do I need this manual?
ICD-9-CM (International Classification of Diseases) codes are used by hospitals and healthcare facilities to classify diseases, injuries, and medical procedures for billing, research, and record-keeping. This manual provides the official code sets and guidelines required for accurate medical coding in Indian hospitals and insurance claim processing.
Who should buy the 2015 ICD-9-CM for Hospitals manual?
Medical coders, billing professionals, hospital administrators, insurance claim processors, and healthcare students preparing for coding certification exams (like AAPC or AHIMA) should have this reference. It’s essential for anyone managing hospital records, diagnostic coding, or healthcare documentation in India.
Does this book include all three volumes (Vol 1, 2, and 3)?
Yes, this standard edition includes all three volumes in one set: Volume 1 (Diagnosis Codes), Volume 2 (Alphabetic Index), and Volume 3 (Procedure Codes). The complete 1,231-page set provides comprehensive ICD-9-CM classification coverage.
Is the 2015 edition still relevant for hospital coding in India?
While ICD-10-CM has replaced ICD-9-CM in many countries, several Indian healthcare institutions and insurance providers still use ICD-9-CM for legacy systems and historical records. This 2015 edition remains valuable for training, reference, and facilities using established ICD-9-CM workflows.
What’s included in this Elsevier 2015 standard edition?
This standard edition includes complete diagnosis codes (Volume 1), the alphabetic index for code lookup (Volume 2), and procedure codes (Volume 3). It features official ICD-9-CM classifications, coding guidelines, and practical references needed for hospital billing and medical record management.
