AHIMA Medical Coding and Classification

Question 1

What is ICD-10-CM?

Accepted Answer

The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification — used for diagnostic coding

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A type of medical device

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A hospital department

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A pharmaceutical classification

Question 2

What is CPT coding?

Accepted Answer

Current Procedural Terminology — standardized codes for medical procedures and services

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A type of medical test

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A patient classification system

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A coding language for computers

Question 3

What is the purpose of medical coding?

Accepted Answer

To translate diagnoses, procedures, and services into universal alphanumeric codes for billing and data analysis

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To encrypt patient records

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To create passwords

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To organize medical supplies

Question 4

What is a DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group)?

Accepted Answer

A patient classification system that groups similar clinical conditions for hospital payment purposes

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A type of drug

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A diagnostic test

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A department within a hospital

Question 5

What is HCPCS?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System — codes for services, equipment, and supplies not in CPT

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A hospital management system

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A health insurance plan

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A patient identifier

Question 6

What is the role of a clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialist?

Accepted Answer

To work with physicians to improve documentation accuracy and completeness for proper coding

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To write medical notes for doctors

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To manage hospital finances

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To conduct patient satisfaction surveys