Intuitive color-coded symbols and alerts. Identify critical coding and reimbursement issues quickly with alerts on the same page as the code you need.

 V code symbols. Understand the appropriate use of V codes as primary or additional diagnosis for cleaner claim submissions.

 Additional digit symbols. Pinpoint when an additional digit is required for code specificity and validity to avoid invalid code submissions (provided in Index and Tabular Section).

 New and revised code alerts with dated pages. Know which codes and instructions are new or revised, with dates on the page indicating when the change was made.

 Synopsis of code changes. Perform accurate, retrospective claim audits by quickly identifying new code information for the year.

HIPAA compliance. Comply with HIPAA code set requirements to avoid delayed or denied claims and costly fines for violations.

Manifestation code alert. Find and properly use codes that represent manifestations of underlying disease, know when two codes are required, and be alerted to sequencing rules.

AHA’s Coding Clinic for ICD-9-CM references. Use citations to link to the official coding advice every coder in every healthcare setting must follow for ICD-9-CM.

‘Unspecified’ and ‘Other specified’ code alerts. Recognize the codes that should be used with caution to reduce denied claims.

Age and sex edits. Be aware of which codes have restrictions on use based on age or sex of the patient to prevent claim delays and denials.