CPT Procedure Coding Flashcards
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What CPT modifier is appended when a service is reduced or eliminated at the physician's discretion?
Answer: -52
Modifier -52 (Reduced Services) is used when a service is partially reduced or eliminated at the physician's discretion.
Which section of CPT covers anesthesia services?
Answer: 00100–01999
CPT codes 00100–01999 cover anesthesia services.
What does the symbol '▲' (triangle) before a CPT code indicate?
Answer: The code description has been revised
A triangle (▲) before a CPT code indicates the code description has been revised from the previous edition.
When a surgeon performs an arthroscopic knee procedure, which CPT code range applies?
Answer: 29800–29999
Arthroscopic knee procedures are found in the 29800–29999 range of CPT (arthroscopy section under musculoskeletal).
What is the purpose of CPT modifier -59?
Answer: To identify a distinct procedural service not normally reported together
Modifier -59 identifies a distinct procedural service that is not normally reported together with another code but is appropriate for reporting separately.
A new patient office visit requires documentation of which of the following under 2021 E/M guidelines?
Answer: Medical decision making or total time on date of encounter
Under 2021 guidelines, office E/M levels for new and established patients are selected based on MDM or total time.
CPT modifier -TC indicates what?
Answer: Technical component only
Modifier -TC indicates the technical component of a diagnostic service was performed.
Which CPT code is used for an initial hospital care visit with high medical decision making?
Answer: 99223
99223 is the highest-level initial hospital inpatient or observation care code, requiring high MDM or 75 or more minutes.