Medical Procedure Modifiers Quiz

Test your understanding of medical coding modifiers with this quiz. Learn about -52, -17, -59, and more in less than 160 characters!

#1

What does modifier -52 indicate in medical coding?

Reduced services
Diagnostic test
Multiple procedures
Surgical procedure
#2

Which of the following modifiers is used to indicate a procedure performed on the left side of the body?

-LT
-RT
-50
-RTLT
#3

What does modifier -51 indicate in medical coding?

Multiple procedures
Bilateral procedures
Diagnostic test
Surgical procedure
#4

What is the purpose of modifier -50 in medical coding?

To indicate a bilateral procedure
To indicate a diagnostic test
To indicate a repeat procedure
To indicate a surgical procedure
#5

When is modifier -25 used?

For separate procedures
For emergency procedures
For diagnostic tests
For preventive services
#6

Modifier -59 is used to indicate:

Distinct procedural service
Repeat procedure
Bilateral procedure
Surgical procedure
#7

What does modifier -22 signify in medical coding?

Increased procedural services
Emergency procedure
Repeat procedure
Unusual procedural services
#8

What is the purpose of modifier -26 in medical coding?

Professional component
Technical component
Global surgery
Diagnostic test
#9

Modifier -57 is used to indicate:

Decision for surgery
Repeat procedure
Postoperative care
Assist at surgery
#10

Modifier -58 is used to indicate:

Postoperative care only
Stage or related procedure
Staged or related procedure
Preoperative care only
#11

Modifier -76 is used to indicate:

Unplanned hospital admission
Repeat procedure by same physician
Repeat procedure by another physician
Repeat procedure in a different session or setting
#12

When using modifier -25, what does it indicate?

Emergency procedure
Separate procedure
Preventive service
Repeat procedure
#13

Which modifier is used to indicate two surgeons performing the same procedure?

-80
-82
-66
-62
#14

When using modifier -52, what should be included in the documentation to support its use?

Reduced level of service
Total anesthesia time
Description of reduced procedure
Increased procedural services
#15

What is the purpose of modifier -32 in medical coding?

Service provided under emergency circumstances
Mandated service
Service related to a workers' compensation case
Service provided to an infant less than 1 year old
#16

Which modifier indicates a discontinued outpatient procedure due to extenuating circumstances?

-73
-72
-71
-74
#17

What does modifier -78 signify in medical coding?

Unplanned return to the operating room
Unplanned hospital admission
Return to the operating or procedure room for a related procedure during the postoperative period
Return to the operating or procedure room for a related procedure within the same course of treatment

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