Description

Discussion Post

This week’s discussion is designed to help you find valuable, reliable Internet resources to use while you are coding.

Prior to starting this module’s discussion, first read the following article linked below

American Health Information Management Association. “InternetResources for Accurate Coding and Reimbursement Practices (Updated).”Journal of AHIMA (Updated March 2010)

Link to article.

  1. Choose one of the resources listed in the article and view thewebsite. Provide a summary of the resource in your discussion post.Answer the following questions, providing examples with your answers:
    • Why do you think that having Internet access and resources are important for a coder? Think about:
      • Medical Terminology
      • Drug References
      • Surgical Procedures
      • Coding Changes
      • Networking
    • What do you think was done before the Internet was created?