HCPCS Level II Coding Flashcards
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Which HCPCS Level II code range covers home health services and hospice?
Answer: T1000-T9999
T-codes (T1000-T9999) cover state Medicaid agency services including home health aide and hospice services.
The HCPCS Level II modifier 'GA' is used to indicate:
Answer: Item has a written advance beneficiary notice on file
Modifier GA indicates that a waiver of liability statement (ABN) has been issued and is on file for a service expected to be denied as not medically necessary.
Which organization maintains and updates HCPCS Level II codes?
Answer: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is responsible for maintaining and updating HCPCS Level II codes.
A diabetic patient receives glucose test strips covered under Medicare Part B. Which HCPCS code range applies?
Answer: A4200-A4270
A4200-A4270 covers diabetic supplies including lancets and blood glucose test strips billed under Medicare Part B.
Which HCPCS modifier indicates a service was provided to an inmate of a state or local penal facility?
Answer: PL
Modifier PL indicates a service was provided to a patient who is an inmate of a state or local penal facility.
H-codes in HCPCS Level II are primarily used to classify:
Answer: Behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services
H-codes (H0001-H2037) cover mental health and substance abuse treatment services, often required by state Medicaid programs.
When a Medicare patient rents a hospital bed (DME), which HCPCS code range applies?
Answer: E0250-E0329
E0250-E0329 covers hospital beds and accessories, classified under the E-code durable medical equipment range.