#1
In medical coding, what does CPT stand for?
Current Procedure Terminology
ExplanationStandardized codes for medical procedures.
#2
Which organization maintains the ICD-10-CM code set?
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
ExplanationGovernment agency overseeing healthcare coverage.
#3
Which type of code in medical coding describes medical services and procedures performed by healthcare providers?
CPT
ExplanationCodes for medical services and procedures.
#4
What does HCPCS stand for in medical coding?
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
ExplanationCodes for healthcare services and supplies.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a main section of the CPT codebook?
Radiology
ExplanationSection for medical imaging procedures.
#6
What does 'E/M' stand for in medical coding?
Evaluation and Management
ExplanationCodes for patient visit evaluation.
#7
Which of the following code sets is used to report diagnoses in healthcare settings?
ICD-10-CM
ExplanationStandardized diagnosis codes.
#8
In ICD-10-CM coding, what does the term 'excludes 1' mean?
Codes that are not to be used together
ExplanationCertain codes should not be reported together.
#9
What is the purpose of a NCCI edit in medical coding?
To prevent improper payment when certain codes are reported together
ExplanationEnsuring accurate code combinations.
#10
What is the primary function of the NCCI (National Correct Coding Initiative) edits?
To ensure consistency and accuracy in code assignment
ExplanationPreventing improper payment through accurate coding.
#11
What is the purpose of the modifier in medical coding?
To provide additional information to payers
ExplanationClarification or specificity for billing.
#12
What does 'MS-DRG' stand for in medical coding?
Medicare Severity-Diagnosis Related Group
ExplanationClassification system for inpatient stays.
#13
What is the purpose of the 'X' placeholder in HCPCS Level II coding?
To indicate a supply or service that is not classified under any other HCPCS code
ExplanationFor items not covered by other codes.
#14
What is the purpose of a 'Unspecified' code in ICD-10-CM?
To specify a condition without providing additional details
ExplanationFor unspecified conditions.
#15
What does 'NCCI' stand for in medical coding?
National Correct Coding Initiative
ExplanationProgram to prevent incorrect coding.