CHAP Medical Terminology & Billing 2

Question 1

Which suffix means 'surgical removal'?

Accepted Answer

-ectomy

Answer

The suffix -ectomy means surgical excision or removal of a body part (e.g., appendectomy).

Question 2

A patient is billed for a 'bronchoscopy.' Which body system does this procedure involve?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory

Answer

The root 'bronch/o' refers to the bronchi, which are part of the respiratory system.

Question 3

In medical billing, what does the acronym EOB stand for?

Accepted Answer

Explanation of Benefits

Answer

EOB (Explanation of Benefits) is a statement from the insurer detailing what was paid and what is owed.

Question 4

Which prefix means 'against' or 'opposed to'?

Accepted Answer

anti-

Answer

The prefix anti- means against, as in 'antibiotic' (against bacteria).

Question 5

A claim is submitted with a 'CO-4' denial code. What does this typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Service inconsistent with the modifier billed

Answer

CARC CO-4 indicates the service billed is inconsistent with the modifier billed or required modifier is missing.

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