Coding and Billing Principles in Medical Practice Quiz
Test your knowledge on ICD-10, CPT codes, modifiers, and more. Get insights into medical coding and billing practices with this quiz.
#1
What is the main function of CPT codes?
To report medical services and procedures performed by healthcare providers.
To report diagnoses for insurance purposes.
To report hospital inpatient procedures.
To report hospital outpatient procedures.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of medical coding and billing?
To accurately represent the services provided to patients
To facilitate insurance claims processing
To track the cost of healthcare services
To provide medical advice
#3
What is the main purpose of the ICD-10-CM coding system?
To report procedures performed by healthcare providers
To report diagnoses for insurance purposes
To report hospital inpatient procedures
To report hospital outpatient procedures
#4
What is a DRG in medical coding?
A code used for reporting diagnoses
A code used for reporting procedures
A standardized system of classifying patient types for billing purposes
A code used for reporting hospital inpatient procedures
#5
What is the difference between ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems?
ICD-10-CM is used for reporting procedures, while ICD-10-PCS is used for reporting diagnoses.
ICD-10-CM is used for reporting diagnoses, while ICD-10-PCS is used for reporting procedures.
ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS are the same coding system.
ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS are not related to medical coding.
#6
What does CMS stand for in the context of medical coding?
Coding and Management System
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Coding and Maintenance Service
Centralized Medical System
#7
What is a modifier in medical billing and coding?
A code used for reporting diagnoses.
A code used for reporting procedures.
An additional code used to provide more specific information about the service or procedure.
A code used for reporting hospital inpatient procedures.
#8
What is the difference between E/M coding and surgical coding?
E/M coding is used for reporting surgical procedures, while surgical coding is used for reporting evaluation and management services.
E/M coding is used for reporting evaluation and management services, while surgical coding is used for reporting surgical procedures.
E/M coding and surgical coding are the same.
E/M coding and surgical coding are not related to medical coding.
#9
What is the significance of the CPT code 99214?
It represents a standard office visit.
It represents a minor procedure.
It represents a new patient visit.
It represents an established patient visit.
#10
What is the significance of the HCPCS Level II code A0428?
It represents an ambulance service, basic life support, non-emergency transport.
It represents a standard office visit.
It represents a new patient visit.
It represents a minor procedure.
#11
What is the significance of the ICD-10-CM code C50.912?
It represents a breast carcinoma.
It represents an inguinal hernia.
It represents a glaucoma.
It represents an asthma attack.
#12
What is the significance of the CPT code 99215?
It represents a new patient visit.
It represents an established patient visit.
It represents a high-level office visit.
It represents a minor procedure.
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