Question

What organization is responsible for providing coding guidance to hospitals on the J codes? ОАНІМА ADA O AHA O CMS Question 2 (1 point) True or false? Determinations of coverage and payment for HCPCS codes are part of the update process. True False Question 3 (1 point) HCPCS level Il modifiers are: Numbers only b. Letters only Alphanumeric only Alphanumeric or two letters

Answer 1

3.Alphanumeric only

Level II codes are also referred to as alpha-numeric codes because they consist of a single alphabetical letter followed by 4 numeric digits

1.American hospital association is responsible for providing coding guidence to hospitals on the j codes .

The American Hospital Association (AHA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have joined together in establishing the AHA clearinghouse to handle coding questions on established HCPCS usage.

2.true

if a new HCPCS or CPT code is obtained, then the company will have to address the need for a (new) coverage and reimbursement policy or policies by potential payers.