CPC HCPCS Level II Coding 4

Question 1

Which HCPCS Level II code range covers home health services and hospice?

Accepted Answer

T1000-T9999

Answer

T-codes (T1000-T9999) cover state Medicaid agency services including home health aide and hospice services.

Question 2

The HCPCS Level II modifier 'GA' is used to indicate:

Accepted Answer

Item has a written advance beneficiary notice on file

Answer

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.

Question 3

Which organization maintains and updates HCPCS Level II codes?

Accepted Answer

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Answer

CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is responsible for maintaining and updating HCPCS Level II codes.

Question 4

A diabetic patient receives glucose test strips covered under Medicare Part B. Which HCPCS code range applies?

Accepted Answer

A4200-A4270

Answer

A4200-A4270 covers diabetic supplies including lancets and blood glucose test strips billed under Medicare Part B.

Question 5

Which HCPCS modifier indicates a service was provided to an inmate of a state or local penal facility?

Accepted Answer

PL

Answer

Modifier PL indicates a service was provided to a patient who is an inmate of a state or local penal facility.

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CPC HCPCS Level II Coding 4