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hy is it important to understand anatomy and physiology as a medical coder and biller?

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Write a 260- to 350-word response to the following question:

  • Why is it important to understand anatomy and physiology as a medical coder and biller?

Include the following in your response:

  • Your understanding of anatomy and physiology and coding and billing
  • The relationship between anatomy and physiology and coding and billing
  • Personal experiences with coding and billing

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HCS/214 v6

Researching Medical Codes

HCS/214 v6

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Importance of Anatomy and Physiology Part 1 – Researching Medical Codes Imagine you have accepted a job in a medical office. After your first day, you realize that they do not have updated copies of coding books. You have ordered the books, but it will be some time before they arrive. In the meantime, you research current codes using the internet. Open your web browser and search for the following codes or medical descriptions listed. You may find it helpful to use search terms like ICD, ICD10, ICD10 conversion code search, and billing and coding codes to complete this task. After completing your web search, list 4 websites you may consider using for this activity. Discuss why you would choose to use these sites. 12 points total; 3 points for each website · · · · Based on the following sections, provide the code for the medical description or the medical description for the code. Remember to be specific about the codes and the description. Identify the following medical terms for the provided codes: 14 total points; 2 points for each correct answer. Medical code Medical description P61.4 J44.9 F50.0 Q61.2 K85.9 T28.1 R94.31 Identify the following codes for the provided medical descriptions: 14 total points; 2 points for each correct answer. Medical code Medical description Other form of angina pectoris Chronic adenoiditis Unspecified viral hepatitis without hepatic coma Hypotension of hemodialysis Elevated blood pressure reading without a diagnosis of hypertension Chronic gingivitis, plaque-induced Acute bronchitis unspecified Copyright© 2019 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Copyright© 2019 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved.