#1
What is the purpose of medical coding?
To assign numeric codes to diagnoses and procedures
ExplanationAssigning codes for diagnoses and procedures in healthcare records.
#2
Which code set is commonly used for outpatient medical coding?
CPT
ExplanationCPT is commonly used for outpatient coding, detailing procedures and services.
#3
What does the acronym 'EHR' stand for in healthcare?
Electronic Health Record
ExplanationEHR stands for Electronic Health Record in healthcare.
#4
What does 'EDI' stand for in the context of medical billing?
Electronic Data Interchange
ExplanationEDI stands for Electronic Data Interchange in medical billing.
#5
What is the primary purpose of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code set?
To describe surgical procedures
ExplanationCPT describes surgical procedures in medical coding.
#6
What does HCPCS stand for in medical coding?
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
ExplanationHCPCS is the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System for medical procedures.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Revenue Cycle Management process?
Scheduling
ExplanationScheduling is not a part of Revenue Cycle Management; it involves other stages.
#8
Which of the following code sets is used for reporting inpatient procedures and services?
ICD-10-PCS
ExplanationICD-10-PCS is used for reporting inpatient procedures and services in medical coding.
#9
What does DRG stand for in the context of medical billing?
Diagnosis-Related Group
ExplanationDRG stands for Diagnosis-Related Group in medical billing.
#10
What is the purpose of a modifier in medical coding?
To indicate that a service or procedure has been altered
ExplanationModifiers indicate alterations in services or procedures in medical coding.
#11
What does 'EOB' stand for in medical billing?
Explanation of Benefits
ExplanationEOB stands for Explanation of Benefits in the context of medical billing.
#12
Which organization oversees the implementation of HIPAA standards in healthcare?
HHS (Department of Health and Human Services)
ExplanationHHS oversees HIPAA standards in healthcare.
#13
Which of the following is an example of a 'clean claim'?
A claim submitted with accurate and complete information
ExplanationA clean claim is accurate and complete in the information submitted.