Question 1

The codes to be reported for each day's service are ranked in order of: are ranked in order of:

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A)   lowest to highest code number.
B)   highest to lowest code number.
C)   lowest to highest reimbursement rate.
D)   highest to lowest reimbursement rate.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which type of procedure is reported as an additional procedure performed in addition to a main procedure?

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A)   primary procedure
B)   elective procedure
C)   essential procedure
D)   secondary procedureE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

The CPT index provides a pointer to the correct code range in the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The CPT index provides a pointer to...

Question 4

The lowest level of an in-office lab certified by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA)  can perform which tests?

Accepted Answer

A)   CBC and dipstick urine
B)   urine pregnancy and blood alcohol level
C)   dipstick urine and urine pregnancy
D)   CBC and blood alcohol levelE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

A physical status modifier is only used to code anesthesia if there is an extraordinary condition or unusual risk factor.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The period of time included in the surgical package is determined by each individual third-party payer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

With respect to global surgical package guidelines, surgical supplies are:

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A)   always included in the global fee.
B)   always billed separately from the surgical code.
C)   billed separately only if they are over and above those usually included with procedures.
D)   never coded.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

The physical status modifier P1 refers to a:

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A)   normal, healthy patient.
B)   patient with mild systemic disease.
C)   patient with severe systemic disease.
D)   patient who is not expected to survive without the surgery.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Add-on codes describe procedures/services that are always performed:

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A)   at a later date than the primary procedure.
B)   in addition to the primary procedure.
C)   as an elective part of the primary procedure.
D)   in anticipation of the primary procedure.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 10

If a physician's office collects a blood sample and sends it to an outside lab, the physician:

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A)   can bill for obtaining the sample.
B)   can never bill for any type of lab work.
C)   can bill for analyzing the test results only in certain cases.
D)   cannot bill for obtaining the sample.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 11

Codes for services provided by an occupational therapist would be found in the Medicine section of the CPT code book.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Supplies and materials usually included with the office visit can be billed separately.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Codes reported for services and procedures performed on the same day should be ranked from lowest to highest rate of reimbursement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The global surgical period is determined by the:

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A)   patient's primary care physician.
B)   surgeon.
C)   patient.
D)   insurance carrier or other third-party payer.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 15

CPT codes for immunizations can be found in the:

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A)   Evaluation and Management section.
B)   Medicine section.
C)   Surgical section.
D)   Pathology and Laboratory section.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Modifier -47 is used to report:

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A)   multiple procedures that involve anesthesia.
B)   use of local anesthesia.
C)   anesthesia administered by a surgeon.
D)   procedure performed by a surgical assistant.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

The largest section of the CPT code book is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The largest section of the CPT code...

Question 18

To locate the main term for a procedure or service in the CPT code book, the medical office assistant should use the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To locate the main term for a...

Question 19

All services or procedures coded must be: (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

A)   performed by the provider who is billing for the charge.
B)   documented in the patient's medical record.
C)   covered under the patient's insurance.
D)   unbundled.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Normal uncomplicated care following a surgical procedure is typically included in the global surgical fee.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 7: Coding Procedures and Services

Modifier -47 is used to report:

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Which type of procedure is reported as an additional procedure performed in addition to a main procedure?

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Normal uncomplicated care following a surgical procedure is typically included in the global surgical fee.

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The CPT index provides a pointer to the correct code range in the ________.

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The codes to be reported for each day's service are ranked in order of: are ranked in order of:

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Codes for services provided by an occupational therapist would be found in the Medicine section of the CPT code book.

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A physical status modifier is only used to code anesthesia if there is an extraordinary condition or unusual risk factor.

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CPT codes for immunizations can be found in the:

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Supplies and materials usually included with the office visit can be billed separately.

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The largest section of the CPT code book is ________.

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The period of time included in the surgical package is determined by each individual third-party payer.

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The physical status modifier P1 refers to a:

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With respect to global surgical package guidelines, surgical supplies are:

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All services or procedures coded must be: (Select all that apply)

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To locate the main term for a procedure or service in the CPT code book, the medical office assistant should use the ________.

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If a physician's office collects a blood sample and sends it to an outside lab, the physician:

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Codes reported for services and procedures performed on the same day should be ranked from lowest to highest rate of reimbursement.

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The global surgical period is determined by the:

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The lowest level of an in-office lab certified by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) can perform which tests?

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Add-on codes describe procedures/services that are always performed:

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