Conquer the AHIMA CCS Exam: Certified Coding Specialist Study Guide Covering ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Coding for Inpatient, Outpatient, and Emergency Hospital Services

By: Philip Martin McCaulay

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Master the language of hospital coding with Conquer the AHIMA CCS Exam, a focused and audiobook-friendly study guide in the Under 90 Minutes series. Designed for professionals preparing to excel in the Certified Coding Specialist credential, this concise yet comprehensive resource explains the entire scope of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency coding with clarity and confidence.

Through twenty engaging chapters, listeners gain a deep understanding of how medical documentation becomes data. Topics include ICD-10-CM diagnostic coding, ICD-10-PCS procedure classification, CPT and HCPCS application, outpatient and ER coding logic, revenue cycle management, compliance, auditing, and data quality. The guide also explores advanced concepts such as DRG and APC reimbursement, present-on-admission indicators, and clinical validation—ensuring that coders grasp not just what to code, but why accuracy matters.

If you’ve already invested time and effort into your CCS preparation—don’t leave success to chance. This quick, focused review is here to help you master essential coding principles and stand out as a true professional in hospital health information management.