CCS CCS CPT & HCPCS Procedure Coding 3

Question 1

HCPCS Level I codes are:

Accepted Answer

Numeric codes identical to CPT codes, maintained by the AMA

Answer

Alphanumeric codes for supplies and equipment created by CMS

Answer

Codes used exclusively for Medicare claims

Answer

Codes for temporary procedures pending FDA approval

Question 2

CPT modifier -22 is used when:

Accepted Answer

The work required to provide a service was substantially greater than typically required

Answer

The service was reduced or eliminated after the patient was prepped

Answer

Two surgeons performed the procedure together

Answer

The procedure was performed in an outpatient hospital setting

Question 3

Which CPT code range covers Evaluation and Management (E/M) services?

Accepted Answer

99202-99499

Answer

00100-01999

Answer

10004-69990

Answer

70010-79999

Question 4

When a surgical procedure is performed bilaterally during the same operative session and the CPT code does not specify bilateral, the coder should:

Accepted Answer

Report the code once with modifier -50 appended

Answer

Report the code twice with modifier -51 on the second

Answer

Report the unilateral code twice without any modifier

Answer

Query the AMA for a bilateral code

Question 5

The surgical package in CPT includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Post-operative pain management beyond the global period requiring a return visit

Answer

Local infiltration and topical anesthesia

Answer

Writing orders and evaluating the patient the day before or day of surgery

Answer

Immediate post-operative care in the recovery area

Question 6

Which modifier indicates that a procedure was performed by two surgeons, each performing a distinct part of the procedure?

Accepted Answer

-62 (Two surgeons)

Answer

-80 (Assistant surgeon)

Answer

-66 (Surgical team)

Answer

-47 (Anesthesia by surgeon)