Understanding the ICD-10-CM book is crucial to being a effective coder. This Module focuses on the chapters 1 - 11 in the ICD-10-CM code book. The AAPC has created presentations that will provide you specific information about these specific chapters in your ICD-10-CM book. You will need both your AAPC Medical Coding Training textbook and your ICD-10-CM book.
Understand the chapter specific official coding guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 1-11.
Recognize common diagnoses coded in each ICD-10-CM chapter.
Recognize main terms to start the code search.
Follow proper look up and sequences to select diagnosis codes.