Questions and Answers
What do CPT Category II and Category III codes consist of?
Four digits and one letter
How does a classification system become a coding system?
Names are replaced by numbers and letters.
How do insurance companies use diagnosis codes?
To decide whether the care given corresponds to the patient's disease
Why is it important for a medical assistant to be aware of guidelines for medical necessity?
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Who publishes the CPT manual for procedure codes?
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What is included in the code for a surgery?
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Which of the following is most likely to require a HCPCS Level II code?
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For which reason(s) are procedure codes used?
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Which of the following diagnostic tests is/are included in the Radiology section of the CPT manual?
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Which of the following is a key factor determining the level of service for an E/M code?
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How is an established patient defined?
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In an anesthesiologist's practice, which type of modifiers indicate the patient's condition at the time of the administration of the anesthesia?
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How many characters are contained in category codes (ICD-10 codes)?
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What is the meaning of the '10' in the abbreviation ICD-10-CM?
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Which factor is used to calculate payment for anesthesia services?
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What is the format of HCPCS Level II codes?
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What is the format of most CPT codes?
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In order to give more specificity to the cause of a problem, the letters E and M are used in ICD-9-CM. What is the letter E used to identify?
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Which part of the ICD-9 code makes it most specific?
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What is the first section of the CPT manual?
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If the medical assistant is coding for the removal of a lesion, what might influence selection of the proper code?
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If a diagnosis is listed by the physician as 'wedge compression fracture of the fifth lumbar vertebra,' which word should be referenced in the alphabetic index of the ICD-10 manual?
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What is the penalty (if any) if a medical office is found to have a practice of upcoding?
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In which section of the CPT manual is there an attempt to link reimbursement to the completeness of the examination and the amount of skill required to manage the patient's problems?
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Which organization compiled the first disease classification system in the United States?
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Which of the following types of history focuses mainly on the chief complaint?
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In the ICD-10 code M84.50xA, what is the function of the 'x'?
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What would be added to a code for a procedure that was extensive or unusual or that required an assistant?
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If an office has a pattern of downcoding, what is the effect on insurance payments?
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In which chapter of the ICD-10 manual would you expect to find the diagnosis code for an adolescent who comes to the office for a physical examination before enrolling in a school sports program?
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What coding system is used by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for services and equipment that are not usually covered by ordinary health insurance?
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Study Notes
CPT Category Codes
- CPT Category II and III codes consist of four digits and one letter.
- Procedure codes are essential for billing as they detail the services rendered to patients.
Coding Systems
- Transition from classification to coding occurs when names are replaced with numerical or alphanumeric codes.
- Diagnosis codes are utilized by insurance companies to evaluate if the treatment aligns with the patient's condition.
Medical Necessity
- Awareness of medical necessity guidelines allows medical assistants to accurately connect procedure codes with the appropriate diagnosis codes.
CPT Manual
- The American Medical Association is responsible for publishing the CPT manual, which contains coding for various medical procedures.
Surgical Coding
- Surgery codes include information about the type of anesthesia administered, whether local or topical.
HCPCS Level II Codes
- Metal crutches typically require a HCPCS Level II code for insurance billing.
Diagnostic Tests
- The Radiology section of the CPT manual encompasses a wide range of diagnostic tests, all of which are included in its coding system.
E/M Codes
- Key factors determining the level of service for Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes include the extent of the patient's medical history.
Established Patient Definition
- An established patient is defined as one who has received care within the last three years.
Anesthesia Modifiers
- Physical status modifiers indicate a patient’s condition at the time anesthesia was administered.
ICD-10 Coding
- ICD-10 codes are three characters long, with the "10" denoting the 10th edition of the classification.
Payment Calculation
- Anesthesia service payments are calculated based on the facility type where services are provided.
HCPCS Level II Code Format
- HCPCS Level II codes follow a format of one letter followed by four digits.
CPT Code Format
- Most CPT codes are represented by five-digit numerical codes.
Specificity in ICD-9-CM
- In ICD-9-CM, the letter "E" signifies the cause of a wound, helping specify the diagnosis.
CPT Manual Structure
- The first section of the CPT manual is dedicated to Evaluation and Management services, aligning reimbursement with the service's thoroughness and complexity.
Upcoding Consequences
- Practices found to engage in upcoding may face significant fines as a penalty.
Disease Classification
- The American Medical Association created the first disease classification system in the United States.
History Types in Coding
- A problem-focused history primarily emphasizes the chief complaint of the patient.
ICD-10 Code Details
- In the ICD-10 code M84.50xA, "x" serves as a placeholder for unspecified information.
Modifiers in Procedures
- Extensive procedures or those needing assistants are identified by adding a two-digit modifier to the procedure code.
Downcoding Impact
- A pattern of downcoding in an office can result in lower-than-average insurance payments for the services provided.
School Physical Examination Code
- Diagnosis codes for adolescents undergoing physicals for school sports programs can be found in the last chapter of the ICD-10 manual.
Non-Covered Services Coding
- The coding system utilized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for services and equipment not typically covered by health insurance is HCPCS.
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Test your knowledge of medical coding with this quiz focused on Chapter 47. You'll explore the intricacies of CPT codes, classification systems, and the role of diagnosis codes in insurance. Perfect for students and professionals in the healthcare field!
