This is the best value in HCPCS books. Using the most current code set, the HCPCS Level II Professional enables customers to receive timely and appropriate reimbursement needed for Medicare reimbursement or to bill under APCs. It contains important information as dictated by CMS, presented in an easy-to-use format to guide the coder confidently through current codes and modifiers, code changes, additions and deletions. New! - Includes All 2006 HCPCS Level II Codes and Modifiers Found in HCPCS MPFS and OPPS Files for HCPCS Level II. Code with the most up-to-date information to submit accurate claims. Ingenix Edge - Enhanced Table of Drugs with Generic and Brand Drug Names and Their Corresponding Codes. This comprehensive table also includes the amount and route of administration. Ingenix Edge - APC Status Indicators. Easily determine which codes are payable under OPPS. Ingenix Edge - ASC Designation Symbols. Quickly determine which codes can be billed using ASC groupings and ensure appropriate billing for ASCs. Ingenix Edge - DMEPOS Icon Distinguishes Codes Paid Under That Fee Schedule. Improve efficiency when coding for supplies that should be submitted under the DMEPOS to your durable medical payer. Ingenix Edge - Age and Sex Edits Are Indicated by Icons. Improve coding accuracy by knowing what specific ages and sex a code is meant for. Ingenix Edge - In-depth Illustrations. Makes coding various supplies and services easier and more accurate. Ingenix Edge - AHA Coding Clinic for HCPCS References. Helps users find advice about difficult-to-code HCPCS Level II codes or sections. Includes Deleted Codes for 2005. Complete unfinished claims requiring deleted 2005 HCPCS Level II codes. Color-Coded Bars and Icons Denote the Governments Coverage and Rules for Each Code. Pub. 100 references are included. Color-Coded Icons Designate Changes in Code Status. Easily identify new, deleted or revised codes, eliminating denied claims due to use of old codes.