The latest edition of industry expert Lynn Kuehn's bestseller! A timely resource that works equally well for on-the-job training or in the classroom, this book delivers the knowledge and experience needed to code with confidence! The text includes numerous practice exercises based on actual case documentation and providers users with considerable hands-on practice in analyzing and coding clinical data. In addition, this 2006 update includes the latest code sets, illustrated with new enhanced visuals for quick, clear, and graphic comprehension; added exercises, with answers, boosting coding accuracy and understanding; and coding guidelines to prevent reimbursement delays.