#1
Which organization is responsible for maintaining the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) system?
World Health Organization (WHO)
ExplanationWHO maintains the ICD system.
#2
What is the purpose of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes?
To describe medical services and procedures provided by physicians and other health care professionals
ExplanationCPT codes describe medical services and procedures.
#3
What does the abbreviation DRG stand for in the context of medical coding?
Diagnosis-Related Groups
ExplanationDRG refers to Diagnosis-Related Groups.
#4
Which code set is used for reporting procedures and services performed in the hospital outpatient setting?
CPT
ExplanationCPT codes are used for reporting outpatient procedures.
#5
What is the purpose of modifier codes in medical coding?
To provide additional information or clarify services or procedures performed
ExplanationModifier codes add detail to services or procedures.
#6
Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining the Common Procedural Technology (CPT) codes?
American Medical Association (AMA)
ExplanationAMA develops and maintains CPT codes.
#7
Which system is primarily used for hospital billing purposes in the United States?
CPT
ExplanationCPT is used for hospital billing.
#8
What is the main difference between ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS?
ICD-10-CM is used for diagnosis coding, while ICD-10-PCS is used for procedure coding
ExplanationICD-10-CM for diagnosis, ICD-10-PCS for procedures.
#9
What is the purpose of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II codes?
To report services and procedures not included in CPT
ExplanationHCPCS Level II codes report non-CPT procedures.
#10
What is the name of the system used by hospitals for the purpose of reimbursement from Medicare?
DRG system
ExplanationHospitals use the DRG system for Medicare reimbursement.
#11
What does the abbreviation MS-DRG stand for?
Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Group
ExplanationMS-DRG stands for Medicare Severity-DRG.
#12
What is the purpose of the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting?
To provide additional information on the application of ICD-10-CM codes
ExplanationICD-10-CM Guidelines offer guidance on code application.
#13
Which code set is used for reporting medical services and procedures provided by physicians and other healthcare professionals in the United States?
CPT
ExplanationCPT codes are used for reporting services.
#14
Which entity oversees the creation and maintenance of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II codes?
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
ExplanationCMS oversees HCPCS Level II codes.
#15
Which entity oversees the development and maintenance of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) system?
World Health Organization (WHO)
ExplanationWHO oversees the development and maintenance of ICD.
#16
What is the primary purpose of the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)?
To ensure appropriate coding methodologies are followed to prevent improper payment
ExplanationNCCI ensures proper coding to prevent improper payment.
#17
What does the abbreviation RBRVS stand for in medical coding?
Resource-Based Relative Value Scale
ExplanationRBRVS stands for Resource-Based Relative Value Scale.