Question

1. Use of CPT is mandated for reporting Medicare Part B physician services.

True

False

QUESTION 2

1. CPT Category II codes contain “emerging technology” temporary codes.

True

False

QUESTION 3

1. The descriptions of all codes listed for a specific procedure must be carefully reviewed before a final code is selected.

True

False

QUESTION 4

1. An experienced coder may code solely from the index.

True

False

QUESTION 5

1. Boldface is used for the cross-reference term.

True

False

QUESTION 6

1. Appendix I contains an alphabetic index of performance measures by clinical condition or topic.

True

False

QUESTION 7

1. A bullet located to the left of a code number identifies new procedures and services added to CPT.

True

False

QUESTION 8

1. Revisions marked with horizontal triangles are included in Appendix B.

True

False

QUESTION 9

1. CPT uses a semicolon to save space.

True

False

QUESTION 10

1. Appendix L contains a list of vascular families that assists in the selection of branch arteries.

True

False

QUESTION 11

1. Codes that classify products that are pending FDA approval are identified by the flash symbol.

True

False

QUESTION 12

1. CPT Category I codes are organized according to five sections.

True

False

QUESTION 13

1. Instructional notes appear throughout CPT sections to clarify the assignment of codes.

True

False

QUESTION 14

1. Modifier -55 (Postoperative Management Only) should be assigned when a provider other than the surgeon is responsible for postoperative management.

True

False

QUESTION 15

1. Reporting bundled procedure codes in addition to the major procedure code is characterized as unbundling.

True

False

QUESTION 16

1. The publisher of CPT is _____.

	a.	Medicare
	b.	the AMA
	c.	the AHA
	d.	the CMS

QUESTION 17

1. There are _____ categories of CPT codes.

	a.	two
	b.	four
	c.	five
	d.	three

QUESTION 18

1. In the CPT index, main terms are printed in _____.

	a.	italics and are underlined
	b.	boldface
	c.	italics
	d.	boldface and are underlined

QUESTION 19

1. The symbol located to the left of a code number that identifies a code description that has been revised is _____.

	a.	a bullet
	b.	a plus sign
	c.	a triangle
	d.	horizontal triangles

QUESTION 20

1. The appendix that contains a list of codes that are exempt from modifier -51 is _____.

	a.	E
	b.	B
	c.	A
	d.	G

QUESTION 21

1. Revised guidelines and notes are identified by a _____.

	a.	bullet
	b.	triangle
	c.	square
	d.	horizontal triangles

QUESTION 22

1. The symbol that identifies codes that are exempt from modifier -51 is _____.

	a.	bullet
	b.	triangle
	c.	the forbidden symbol
	d.	section symbol

QUESTION 23

1. The symbol that indicates that a procedure includes conscious sedation is a _____.

	a.	bullet
	b.	question mark
	c.	bull’s-eye
	d.	lightning bolt

QUESTION 24

1. When two primary surgeons are required during an operative session, each performing distinct parts of a reportable procedure, modifier _____ should be assigned.

	a.	-66
	b.	-82
	c.	-58
	d.	-62

Answer 1

Ans)1) True

Explaination:

Assign CPT procedure and service codes for outpatient care. System (HCPCS) (as HCPCS level I) and its use was mandated for reporting Medicare Part B physician services.

2) False

Explaination:

Category III CPT codes are a set of temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures.

3) True

Explaination:

According to the Current Procedural Terminology Instructions for use of the CPT Codebook, select the name of the pro-
cedure or service that accurately identifies the service performed. Do not select a CPT code that merely approximates the service provided. If no such specific code exists, then report the service using the appropriate unlisted procedure or service code. Any service or procedure must be adequately documented in the medical recor

4) False

Explaination:

An experienced coder may not code solely from the index.