Basic Anatomy for Coders

Both the CPT® and ICD-9-CM manuals are arranged and organized by the body?s anatomical systems. When a code doesn?t seem to refer to a specific area of the body, you?ll still need to know how the body is arranged to properly use these codes.
Consequently, anyone who assigns codes or audits coding must firmly grasp anatomy and physiology.

Be Familiar with the Whole Body

The physician doesn?t just concentrate on one body region or system, [...]