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Question 1

Which modifier is appended to a CPT code to indicate a procedure was performed on the left side of the body?

Accepted Answer

Modifier -LT

Answer

Modifier -LT (Left side) is used to identify procedures performed on the left side of the body.

Question 2

What ICD-10-CM placeholder character is used to keep a code at its required number of digits when a character is not applicable?

Accepted Answer

X

Answer

The letter 'X' is the placeholder character in ICD-10-CM used to allow for future expansion and to keep codes at required digit counts.

Question 3

A surgeon performs a laparoscopic cholecystectomy that is converted to an open procedure. Which modifier should be reported?

Accepted Answer

Modifier -53

Answer

Modifier -53 is used when a surgical procedure is discontinued after the patient has been prepared and anesthesia administered, which applies to procedures converted mid-way.

Question 4

In the CPT manual, what does the triangle symbol (▲) preceding a code indicate?

Accepted Answer

A revised code description

Answer

The triangle symbol (▲) in the CPT manual indicates that the code's description has been revised from the previous year.

Question 5

Which section of the CPT manual contains codes for Evaluation and Management services?

Accepted Answer

Section 99202–99499

Answer

Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes are found in the 99202–99499 range within the CPT manual.

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