#1
Which code set is commonly used for reporting respiratory procedures in medical coding?
CPT
ICD-10-CM
HCPCS Level II
DRG
#2
Which section of the CPT manual should be referred to for respiratory system procedures?
Radiology
Surgery
Evaluation and Management
Pathology and Laboratory
#3
In respiratory procedure coding, what does the term 'capnography' typically involve?
Measuring carbon monoxide levels
Measuring oxygen saturation
Measuring carbon dioxide levels
Measuring lung capacity
#4
What does the term 'PFT' stand for in the context of respiratory procedures?
Primary Function Test
Pulmonary Function Test
Procedure Frequency Test
Positive Feedback Test
#5
When coding for a bronchoscopy with biopsy, what additional information may be necessary for accurate code assignment?
The patient's blood type
The size of the biopsy forceps used
The patient's height
The provider's medical license number
#6
What is the purpose of using modifiers in medical coding for respiratory procedures?
To indicate the severity of the procedure
To indicate the time of the procedure
To provide additional information or clarification
To determine the patient's age
#7
In respiratory procedure coding, what does the term 'bundled services' refer to?
Services provided separately
Services combined into one code
Services related to cardiology
Services unrelated to respiratory system
#8
In medical coding, what is the purpose of using the modifier 'RT'?
To indicate the right side of the body
To indicate the left side of the body
To specify a bilateral procedure
To denote a repeat procedure on the same day
#9
Which organization is responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of the ICD-10-CM code set?
American Medical Association (AMA)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
World Health Organization (WHO)
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
#10
Which of the following is an example of a ventilator management code in respiratory procedure coding?
#11
When coding for bronchoscopy procedures, which factor may affect the code selection?
Patient's age
Provider's specialty
Use of anesthesia
Geographic location of the healthcare facility
#12
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Global Surgical Package (GSP) in respiratory procedure coding?
It includes pre-operative and post-operative visits
It only covers the surgical procedure itself
It excludes any diagnostic tests
It is applicable only for inpatient procedures
#13
When coding for respiratory procedures, what does the term 'unilateral' indicate?
Involving both sides
Involving the left side only
Involving the right side only
Involving multiple lobes
#14
What is the primary purpose of the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) in medical coding?
To prevent improper coding that leads to overpayment for services
To create new codes for emerging medical procedures
To establish guidelines for surgical procedures
To develop new modifiers for enhanced specificity
#15
When coding for respiratory procedures, what does the term 'spirometry' commonly refer to?
Surgical removal of lung tissue
Measurement of lung function
Administration of respiratory medications
Repair of the trachea
#16
Which type of respiratory therapy service involves the delivery of medication directly to the lungs?
Incentive Spirometry
Nebulizer Treatment
Chest Physiotherapy
Thoracentesis
#17
In medical coding, what does the abbreviation 'RVU' stand for?
Relative Value Unit
Respiratory Volume Unit
Reimbursable Visit Unit
Radiologic Verification Unit