Product Description

The has been a trusted and comprehensive reference to the DRG classification system for over 25 years. Organized by major diagnostic category (MDC), the convenient and innovative book layout follows the logical MS-DRG decision process. This is a must-have reference for those who need to verify DRG information and accurately assign MS-DRGs concurrently or retrospectively based on ICD-10-CM methodology..Key Features and BenefitsOptum Edge Visual indicators notify you of special alerts.Optum Edge Medicare CMS rate structure.Optum Edge MS-DRG structure.Optum Edge LTC-DRG crosswalk and current rate structure.Optum Edge MDC diagnosis list.Optum Edge Transfer DRG symbol.Optum Edge Average national payment.Easily locate the correct DRG.Surgical hierarchy table.Alphabetic and numeric indexes.Icons indicate which CC subclass the DRG belongs to based upon the presence or absence of CCs or major CCs (MCCs).Complete list of diagnoses considered CCs and MCCs.List of those Principal Diagnoses that are their own CC and their own MCCs.Full titles for each MS-DRG.