#1
What is the primary purpose of CPT codes in medical procedure coding?
To identify diagnosis codes
To identify medical procedures and services
To determine patient demographics
To track medication usage
#2
Which of the following code sets is used to report services provided by healthcare professionals in outpatient settings?
ICD-10-CM
CPT
HCPCS Level II
DRG
#3
What is the purpose of the ICD-10-PCS coding system?
To code medical procedures and services
To identify diagnosis codes
To track patient demographics
To regulate healthcare facility management
#4
Which coding system is used to report services provided by facilities such as hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers?
CPT
ICD-10-PCS
HCPCS Level II
E/M codes
#5
In medical coding, what does the term 'downcoding' refer to?
Assigning a higher-level code than necessary
Assigning a lower-level code than justified
Assigning a code for a nonexistent procedure
Assigning multiple codes for a single procedure
#6
Which organization is responsible for maintaining the CPT code set?
World Health Organization (WHO)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
American Medical Association (AMA)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
#7
What does the ICD-10-CM coding system primarily focus on?
Procedural codes for medical interventions
Diagnosis codes for diseases and conditions
Patient billing information
Healthcare facility management
#8
What is the primary purpose of modifiers in medical coding?
To indicate the patient's age
To identify the healthcare provider's specialty
To provide additional information and clarify procedures
To determine the patient's insurance coverage
#9
What does the acronym HIPAA stand for in the context of medical coding and compliance?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Health Information Processing and Access Act
Healthcare Integrity and Privacy Protection Act
Healthcare Information Management Act
#10
In medical coding, what is the role of the CCI (Correct Coding Initiative)?
To provide continuing education for coders
To ensure ethical behavior in the healthcare industry
To prevent inappropriate code combinations
To manage healthcare facility finances
#11
What does the term 'bilateral' indicate in the context of medical coding?
A medical procedure performed on both sides of the body
A procedure involving two different healthcare providers
A code applicable only to pediatric patients
A code related to mental health services
#12
In medical coding, what does the term 'bundled code' refer to?
A single code that represents multiple procedures
A code for a specific surgical instrument
A code that is no longer in use
A code for experimental treatments
#13
What is the purpose of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II codes?
To identify hospital locations
To track patient demographics
To code physician services and procedures
To determine patient insurance coverage
#14
Which of the following is an example of an E/M code used in medical coding?
99214
J3420
80053
Laminectomy
#15
What is the purpose of the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) in medical coding?
To ensure accurate reporting of patient demographics
To prevent improper coding combinations that may lead to incorrect reimbursement
To regulate medical research studies
To standardize surgical instrument codes
#16
Which government agency oversees the implementation and enforcement of HIPAA regulations?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
#17
What is the primary purpose of the CDT (Current Dental Terminology) code set?
To code dental procedures and services
To track patient demographics in dental offices
To regulate dental insurance coverage
To determine surgical instrument usage in dentistry