BEST Medical Coding Books for 2021 - Beginners and Advanced Recommendations for Coders
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- If you're looking to study medical coding and want to know what the BEST books are, let me tell you my recommendations!
Note: During this video I talked about the TCI version of HCPCS for the COC exam, but they are no longer publishing this version as they've further merged into AAPC (they're from the same parent company). It appears the AAPC version does have the payment status indicators, and I will link that below.
*UPDATE** Per an update on the AHIMA approved book listing effective 8/1/21, AAPC books are approved for AHIMA examinations.
Pro fee & Outpatient coding: ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT
Inpatient Coding: ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS
Risk Adjustment: ICD-10-CM
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// MEDICAL CODING BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
2021 CPT - amzn.to/2PGyPOd
2021 AAPC edition ICD-10-CM - amzn.to/3opeWIT
2021 Optum Edition ICD-10-CM - amzn.to/2QqiWwf
ICD-10-PCS - amzn.to/3fsYy6d
2021 HCPCS - amzn.to/3bx9fU0
2021 HCPCS version recommended for COC examinees - amzn.to/3bx9fU0
Step-by-Step Medical Coding Bundle - amzn.to/3yjVZM4
Medical Terminology & Anatomy for Coding - amzn.to/3njDlx7
Risk Adjustment Documentation & Coding - amzn.to/3eQuvWT
Coders Desk Reference (for lay descriptions etc) - amzn.to/3tWaxOJ
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Just signed up for the CPC course through the AAPC on 8/3, so glad I found you!!! Thank you for all the great info!
I’m planning on enrolling for the CPC course with AAPC as well! Got any tips?
Love your coffee shirt, thank you for all this info sis,! Studying to pass to get my AAPC Certification.
You are so welcome!
Thank you for the amazing content!
I'm studying from the 4th edition of Medical Terminology and Anatomy for Coding and so far I really like it. I also use their online exercises which includes quizzes, tests, flashcards, an anatomy coloring book, handouts for notes, and games.
It is suuuuch a great resource, right?!
@@ContempoCoding It is! I love it.
Hi
I'm just starting this week year
Loved this!!!!
Thank you, Paris!!
Hello Victoria...don't forget to provide a link to your journal on amazon. I would definitely support you & purchase one. That's a great idea & it's cute too.
Man, how did I miss that one! Thanks, Rosanna, I'm going to add it in. :)
Hi, thank you for the recommendations. I just saved money using Amazon. Quick question, is there any other tools/tricks you can recommend as I start my first course and start studying?
Thank you!♾
Thanks so much
You're welcome!
Would REALLY love to know your thoughts on the ICD-10-CM from decisionhealth! Looks like it could be a fantastic version!
Oooh, I'm not sure I've seen that one yet. I'll have to check it out!! I've heard the 2022 AAPC version will have the guidelines in the front of each chapter, and if that's the case, if will be my front runner for sure!!
@@ContempoCoding I just received my 2022 AAPC version and unfortunately it doesn’t have the guidelines in the front of each chapter :( but that’s what made me interested in the DH version because it has the guidelines within the code(s) it applies to in the tabular section and in the front of the book. It also has has plain text definitions and coding tips within the code sections as well.
I apologize if I missed it. What is the absolute first thing to do, to start on this journey? I am a beginner and want to start learning this. Please and thank you ahead.
Just ordered the med term book! Scheduled my second attempt at the CPC for the end of June. Hope it helps me retain all the words! 😜
It is suuuuch a good book. Have you tried flashcards with help on memorization??
@@ContempoCoding I have! And put all 1000 of them into Quizlet. Which is great. It helps for sure, but I need more. I just need a refresher of everything and this sounds like the ticket. I have 2 weeks of study before my second attempt. Can't hurt!! 😜
@@marcymaher7691 how did you do on your second attempt? I just stared the CPC course through the AAPC on 8/3. I’m very nervous about the certification exam.
@@catherinewoods5326 I passed! Then I sent out a ton of resumes and was just hired for a independent contractor job through an outsourcing company for remote medical coding! Don't be nervous! You're going to learn so much and mail that exam! 👍
@@marcymaher7691 woohoo, CONGRATS!!! Thats awesome that you passed & that you already have a job! How exciting for you, wishing you well at your new position ☺️
I only a student, do I need risk adjustment book? Thank you so much I found, your VDO very helpful
Only if you plan on taking the CRC exam.
Is there much difference between taking your classes with AAPC or AMCI? What other schools are there fo those just beginning!
Hi Victoria, Do I need the Medical Coding Training book if I am enrolled in your course? Thx. ( the book in ur vid is purple but on the AAPC site it is a gold-ish color)
The training book in my video just has a little bit more information in it (mostly pharmacology, which is covered in the course), but weirdly not for sale on the AAPC website. I do have the option when you purchase my course to add on the CRC study guide eBook for $60. If you want a physical copy you can get it from the AAPC website and the gold one is fine.
I got the Bucks book bundle since you recommended it to me in a past comment I made in another video ❤ Would really appreciate knowing how to get all answers for the workbook. Also, what do you think about apps like Pocket Prep for those who are studying for thier CPC exams?
It's disappointing that they don't have all the answers in the workbook. Is that also the case for the exercises in the main book?
@@QueenOfTheDamnedYes, but unlike in the workbook where every even-numbered questions have no answer keys, the only ones affected in the main book are the chapter review questions. These are the tests that appear at the end of every chapter and all questions have no answer key. However, the other exercises sprinkled in between chapters to kinda test you on a new topic, all answer are available in the appendix.
I hope it wouldn't discourage you though from getting the main book at least. If it's just a supplementary read to help you study then it's a great reference! Most of the questions in the main book and workbook encourage independnce in blind coding anyway (no answers to choose from). That's why I'm inquiring on Pocket Prep since it kinda solves what's lacking: multiple choice questions designed to study for CPC exams with answer keys and reference.
@@limeehermin6695 Oh I was still planning to purchase the 2022 main book for step by step coding since the reviews are great and I am self studying. Now I'm not so interested in the workbook since half of those answers are missing. I totally forgot that I borrowed the 2019 edition of the main book from the library. I haven't used it yet since I'm still studying medical Terminology and A&P but just wanted to check the book out before the 2022 one comes out. I'm impressed with it and I will also be purchasing Carol Buck books for the CPT & ICD-10 books. I just love how colorful they are and the details are a nice touch. So I just checked the 2019 version and I don't see any missing answers. Is it the the Learning Objective & Glossary Review section?
And this is my first time hearing about pocket prep. I looked it up and it would be nice if that had tests for medical coding.
@@QueenOfTheDamned I have the 2021 Step-by-Step and the chapter reviews are the the end of each chapter where it has a note at the bottom saying that the answer keys are available in Evolve TEACH or something, I can't recall. As for Pocket Prep, the app has 500 study questions for the AAPC CPC exam. It's a monthly subscription though, which can get expensive so I only signed up for this month as I'm planning to take my certification at by the end of May. I really like how the app works but I'd like to get Victoria's perspective if the app itself is a good investment to really help someone for thier CPC exam.
Can you please talk about the semicolon rule with CPT coding?
is it okay to buy used copies from past years to study off of before committing to buying the expensive current ones?
Hey ,new to Medical Coding and Biller , does it matter which AMA AAPC CPT/HCPCs/ICD-10-
CM bundle. Edition ? 2019 vs 2022 etc thank u !
Seems like im always getting a new book. Especially when starting a new specialty.
Yeah I like what I'm seeing with some of the new guides that the AAPC is offering. I'm going to have quite the library soon! Lol!
So you could spend $100s on books that become obsolete after a year and have to rebuy?
I need to order 2022 books for my CPC Exam. Where is the best place to get them asap? And links would be great to reassure me too if anyone wanted to help.
Which certification is best? Thank you. AHIMA seems to have stricter policies.
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Can u please help me find a source for denial reasons and solutions
Do I have to update books every year?
I am wait for dental coding pls give one session on dental cdt and icd.
Hey Kiran! I've never done dental coding and don't have a CDT book so I'd have to study and learn the entire thing myself before being able to provide any valuable information.
What do you do with the older books? I have 2021 right now, but ordered the 2022 books for my exam in Feb.
I hold on to them for a while. Some people will donate older books to colleges or schools for students to practice with.
@itsmeKit hey did you take the exam? If yes, I'd love some tips on it and also if you're willing to donate those to me if you don't need them anymore..if you can share your email, I can reach out to you there!!
Hi,
Im looking into taking the coding exam and getting certified. Should I take the exam now or do the current books expire soon? I have seen the 2021 bundle is on the the AAPC website and am looking at purchasing it.
Any help on this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance
Depends on how much risk you want to take. There's been some significant code changes, especially with 99201-99215. You can still use the old book for the AAPC exams, but there might be a slight risk of having a couple questions that you may not answer correctly because you have an outdated book.
@@ContempoCoding Thank you for your reply. So would it be smarter to go ahead and pre order the 2022 books and take the exam when the 2022 exam takes affect? What would be the date on that? because like i said right now I am only seeing the 2021 bundle being offered
I was told by my teacher that question is on the test how often each book is renewed I just ordered the 2022 books but mine are saying expert and im a beginner I don't I should go take the CPC exam using expert books my old books from school say complete official code book.
Hello I have a question when taking the exam Whether it be coding or billing what book should I take with me to my exam test
You can find the specifics on the AAPC website if it's an AAPC exam: . It's under "What items will I need to bring to the exam" and will link the allowed resource list:
www.aapc.com/certification/faq.aspx
Can these be used for 2022
I can’t find a 2022 version of the TCI HCPCS book. Are they still making those? Thanks!
They are no longer producing HCPCs books.
So I'm taking medical billing and coding online. My school lets me take the exam through them, their's is through the NHA. Has anyone taken their CBCS through NHA? I just wanna make sure I'm not buying the wrong books. I know AAPC has specific books and so does AHIMA.
You can't use books for the NHA exam, unfortunately. Most employers want the certification through AAPC - didn't realize the university I went to, and stupidly paid 25k for, covers the NHA exam not the CPC... The NHA exam is more for billing, not coding, unfortunately.
Our school gave the Xerox books . Does the proctor allow for exam ?
Not permitted and a violation of copyright law.
@@ContempoCoding Thank you dear. I was thinking to buy original books
ANSWER BOOK TO 321 Code it, text book 2020
What about ama icd edition?
I don't have that specific edition.
Sis how much it costs to purchase 3 books for coding of 2021 version
$200-$300 depending on where you buy them from.
Tq
Can you suggest any book for studying anatomy and physiology for cpc exam
Medical Terminology & Anatomy for Coding 4th Edition
by Betsy J. Shiland MS RHIA CCS CHDA CPC CPB CPPM
amzn.to/41MaYxD
@@ContempoCoding i am from India and this book is very costly can you suggest any other one
How much salary gain from medical coding madam
This is the video I have on that topic: th-cam.com/video/L4KhWv-s_Xk/w-d-xo.html
Do you update your books every year for your career?
I have the same question. Since they update every year, do you buy your core books every year? They're so expensive!
@@ms.laurenowens7850 From what I've found out books are good for two years. So if you have 2021 books they're good until 2022, but 2021 is not good for 2023, and you will have to get new books. However, you could always buy new books every year if you really want to
@@bookish._. excellent to know! Thank you