Customer Review: It could have been because my teacher asked us very ambiguous questions, but this book was not very helpful when trying to apply its basic examples to broader concepts. It spent too little time on important topics (how doctors and hospitals force a nursing shortage, etc.) and too much time on... more info
Customer Review: Since Yahoo opted to not post my previous review of this book I've decided to make this one more palatable for their review dept. Should you not print this review expect a letter to your Amazon supervisor within 48 hrs and thanks for trying to keep the truth about this authors hidden agenda from... more info
Customer Review: I am in the middle of dealing with a failing parent. I have consulted with all the recommended experts (accountants, multiple attorneys, social workers, private care managers, all the medical people). This book lays out clearly and very helpfully what I had hoped all the attorneys would've, but... more info
Customer Review: The book presents medical billing employment opportunities, discusses biller's qualifications, introduces the ICD-9 and CPT concepts, teaches how to develop a claim, guides the completion of HCFA forms, discusses electronic data interchange, and offers separate chapters on managed care, Blue Cross... more info
Customer Review: Not for the basic consumer public - it is complex - as is the problem and solutions. This book clearly moves the dabate of health care coverage into a new realm. Not just tinkering around the edges - but a clearer view of how to move health care coverage and quality into the 20th century - where it... more info
Customer Review: I rate this text 3 because if the errors in this book were corrected, it would be a very good book. I'm a Registered Nurse, taking an online Medical Coding course that uses this book and it's associated online course. Although this textbook has many good aspects (good illustrations, good practice... more info