Question 1

In CPT, a bullet (a solid circle) next to a code indicates a(n):

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new code

Question 2

HCPCS Level II codes have:

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five characters

Question 3

In CPT, a lightning bolt symbol next to a code indicates a(n):

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code pending FDA approval

Question 4

How many digits are in Category I codes?

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five

Question 5

The divisions of CPT, such as Anesthesia and Radiology, are referred to as:

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sections

Question 6

Which symbol means moderate sedation is part of the procedure performed?

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bullet inside a circle

Question 7

The following group identifies services for which new HCPCS level II codes are needed:

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CMS HCPCS Workgroup

Question 8

In-office labs are guided by federal safety regulations from:

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OSHA

Question 9

How many key components are there when evaluating an E/M code?

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three

Question 10

Under CPT guidelines, all services related to a surgical procedure are not additionally reimbursed:

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during the global period

Question 11

When selecting an E/M for the Emergency Room the coder needs to know:

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none of these are determining factors in E/M Emergency Room coding

Question 12

Select the correct modifier: A graft was performed 10 days following an allograft application to allow the underlying tissues time to heal. The surgeon knows at the time of the allograft that the grafting will be performed within 10 to 15 days.

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-58 Staged procedure

Question 13

CPT codes from the Anesthesia section have two types of modifiers:

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standard CPT modifiers and physical status modifiers

Question 14

The term ________ refers to using a single payment for two or more related procedure codes.

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bundling

Question 15

Unbundling is:

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separately reporting anything that is included in the bundled code

Question 16

Of the four types of examinations that a physician can perform, which level is the most complete?

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comprehensive

Question 17

CPT codes for initial hospital care can be reported:

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only once per hospitalization

Question 18

To avoid reduced payment for multiple procedures, the coder should use modifier ______ to indicate distinct: procedures.

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59

Question 19

Which of the following items could be found on the HCPCS website?

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-a list of current HCPCS codes -an alphabetical index of HCPCS codes by type of service or product -an alphabetical table of drugs for which there are Level II codes all of these are correct

Question 20

With E/M coding, physicians must:

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-gather information -analyze -make decisions all of these are needed

Question 21

Which two sections follow the same types of guidelines?

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Radiology and Surgery

Question 22

Select the correct modifier: A podiatrist performs a bunionectomy on the great toe and during the same operation corrects a hammertoe on the third toe.

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-51 Multiple procedures

Question 23

When listing multiple procedures, the coder wants to do what?

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put the most complex code first

Question 24

Select the correct modifier: Attempted to excise a deep vascular malformation of the hand; unable to completely excise secondary to entrapment of other structures; performed partial excision

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-52 Reduced services

Question 25

Select the correct modifier: A radiologist reads and prepares a written report for a frontal and lateral chest X-ray.

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-26 Professional component

Question 26

Which of the following temporary codes was developed to assist DMERCs?

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K codes

Question 27

Which is the correct process for selecting CPT codes?

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determine the procedures and services to report, identify the correct codes, and determine the need for modifiers

Question 28

The Anesthesia section\'s subsections are organized by:

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body site

Question 29

Which symbol is used to designate a code\'s descriptor has changed?

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a triangle

Question 30

How many parts there in a radiological procedure?

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two

Question 31

Which symbol is used to designate revised text?

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facing triangles

Question 32

What is the code range used to report Anesthesia codes?

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00100-01999

Question 33

Which appendix in CPT contains the Summary of Modifier 63 exempt codes?

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Appendix F

Question 34

In CPT, a plus sign (+) next to a code indicates a(n):

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add-on code

Question 35

Select the correct modifier: Patient is to have a diagnostic arthroscopy of the left knee. The physician inserted the arthroscope and the patient went into respiratory distress. The arthroscope was withdrawn and the procedure was terminated.

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-53 Discontinued procedure

Question 36

In CPT, what procedure is bundled with the arthroscopy in the following entry? 29860 Arthroscopy, hip, diagnostic with or without synovial biopsy

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a synovial biopsy

Question 37

Upon selecting an Evaluation and Management code, three components are considered: the type of history, the physical examination, and the

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medical decision making

Question 38

Select the correct modifier: A neurosurgeon and an otorhinolaryngologist are working as co-surgeons in performing transsphenoidal excision of a pituitary neoplasm.

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-62 Two surgeons

Question 39

Select the correct modifier: The chest X-ray was performed before placing a chest tube and then again after the chest tube placement to verify the position.

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-76 Repeat procedure

Question 40

Which of the following items could be found on the HCPCS website?

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-a list of current HCPCS codes -an alphabetical index of HCPCS codes by type of service or product -an alphabetical table of drugs for which there are Level II codes -all of these are correct

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