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HCPCS Study Guide Questions with Verified Solutions **Question:** What is the primary coding system driven by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that ensures consistent reporting of services, procedures, supplies, and equipment? **Answer:** HCPCS --- **Question:** What does HCPCS stand for, as developed by CMS? **Answer:** Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System --- **Question:** Developed by CMS, what alternative names are used to describe H...

CPC- HCPCS/ Modifier Questions and Answers Already Passed **Which HCPCS Level II code is used to report a 2.5 cm collagen matrix nerve wrap?** **A. C9359** **B. C9362 x 5** **C. C9361 x 5** **D. C9355** **** The correct code is C9361 x 5. Since C9361 covers 0.5 cm, reporting a total of 2.5 cm requires five units of this code. **What HCPCS Level II code reports bilateral removable inserts for athletic shoes to alleviate back pain from collapsed arches?** **A. L3050** **B. L3...

HCPCS Level II Questions and Answers Already Passed Why was the HCPCS coding system developed? The HCPCS system was created to cover medical services, supplies, and equipment not reported by CPT codes, ensuring that providers receive reimbursement for services and items not included in the ICD-10 or CPT coding systems. Is the use of HCPCS codes mandatory? Yes, HCPCS codes must be used on all Medicare and Medicaid claims, and many private insurers also require them. How are HCP...

HCPCS Level II (HCPCS Level II Coding Rules) –Study Guide

HCPCS CH 8 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ **Question:** Are HCPCS Level II temporary codes managed independently of permanent Level II codes by the AMA and other members of the HCPCS National Panel? **Answer:** No **Question:** When a permanent code replaces a temporary HCPCS code, is the temporary code deleted and cross-referenced to the new permanent code? **Answer:** Yes **Question:** Do HCPCS modifiers provide clarification on procedures and services performed by healthcare...

A Codes - Ambulance and transportation codes A flexible diagnostic colonoscopy is performed. During the procedure, a polyp is removed from one area and a lesion is removed from another. Both the polyp and the lesion are removed by snare technique. Which of the following would be the appropriate code selection? a) 45378-59, 45385, 45385-59 b) 45385, 45385-59 c) 45385 d) 45378-59, 45385 - c: Only code 45385 is reported. The diagnostic colonoscopy is not coded separately. Notice the separat...

CPT and HCPCS Coding Quizzes Latest Update Graded A+ **Which letter do finger modifiers start with?** **** F **What does the acronym E and M stand for?** **** Evaluation and Management **List two of the six sections in the CPT manual.** **** E and M, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, pathology and laboratory, medicine **How many digits are in Level II (HCPCS/National) modifiers, and what are they composed of?** **** Two digits, which are letters and numbers **What symbol...

CPT/HCPCS Coding 3 Chapter 1 Questions And Answers 100% Pass 1. **What does HCPCS stand for?** **** Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System 2. **How is HCPCS divided?** **** Level I = CPT codes & Level II = National Codes **CPT codes are incorporated as which Level codes?** **** Level I codes **What does CPT stand for?** **** Current Procedural Terminology **Which Level codes are alphanumeric and used to report services, supplies, and equipment to Medicare and Medica...

HCPC correct answers Health and Care Professions Council - Set standards for registrants' education and training - Keep a register of professionals who meet standards - Approve programs which professionals must complete - Take action when professionals don't meet standards HCPC 14 Ethical Guidlines correct answers 1) Act in best interests 2) Confidentiality 3) High standards of personal conduct 4) Provide information about conduct and competence 5) Professional knowledge and skill...