#1
What is ICD-10 in the context of medical coding?
An international classification system for diseases
ExplanationStandard system for disease classification.
#2
What is the primary purpose of the CDT code set in dentistry?
Providing a standardized way to describe dental procedures
ExplanationStandardized dental procedure description.
#3
What does the acronym E&M stand for in medical coding?
Evaluation and Management
ExplanationEvaluation and management services abbreviation.
#4
Which of the following is a purpose of CPT codes in medical procedures?
Providing a standardized way to describe medical services
ExplanationStandardized medical service description.
#5
In medical coding, what does HCPCS stand for?
Healthcare Classification of Procedures and Services
ExplanationStandardized classification for healthcare services.
#6
Which organization is responsible for maintaining and updating the ICD-10 coding system?
World Health Organization (WHO)
ExplanationICD-10 coding system maintenance by WHO.
#7
In medical coding, what does the acronym DRG stand for?
Diagnosis-Related Group
ExplanationGrouping diagnoses for payment purposes.
#8
In ICD-10 coding, what is the difference between the 'A' and 'D' characters in an alphanumeric code?
A represents diagnoses, and D represents external causes of injury
ExplanationDifferentiation between diagnoses and external causes.
#9
What is the purpose of the SNOMED CT system in healthcare?
Providing a standardized terminology for clinical documentation
ExplanationStandardized clinical documentation terminology.
#10
Which of the following statements is true about HL7 in the context of medical informatics?
It is a standard for exchanging healthcare information
ExplanationStandard for healthcare information exchange.
#11
What is the role of DICOM in medical imaging?
A standard for the communication and management of medical imaging information
ExplanationStandard for medical imaging data communication.
#12
What is the significance of the HITECH Act in the context of healthcare information technology?
An incentive program for the adoption of electronic health records
ExplanationEncouraging electronic health record adoption.
#13
What is the primary purpose of the LOINC system in healthcare informatics?
Standardizing laboratory test names and results
ExplanationStandardizing lab test names and results.