Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
cbcs in progress
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The term “distal” refers to a structure that is located: A. Closer to the midline B. Farther from the point of origin C. Toward the back of the body D. Above another structure | B Explanation: Distal describes a structure located farther from the point of origin or attachment, commonly used when referring to limbs. |
| In outpatient diagnosis coding, which condition is generally reported when a definitive diagnosis has not yet been established? A. Suspected condition B. Rule-out diagnosis C. Symptom or sign D. Probable condition | C Explanation: In outpatient settings, uncertain diagnoses such as “probable” or “suspected” are not reported. Instead, symptoms and signs are coded when no confirmed diagnosis exists. |
| A seven-character ICD-10-CM code may require a placeholder when: A. The diagnosis is chronic B. Laterality is unspecified C. A code requires expansion but lacks a sixth character D. The patient is new | C Explanation: The placeholder “X” is used to maintain proper character placement when a seventh character extension is required but certain positions are empty. |
| Which section of CPT contains codes for physician cognitive services such as office visits? A. Surgery B. Radiology C. Medicine D. Evaluation and Management | D Explanation: Evaluation and Management codes represent physician cognitive services including office and hospital visits. |
| The global surgical package generally includes which of the following? A. Unrelated postoperative visits B. Routine postoperative care C. Durable medical equipment D. Separate diagnostic imaging | B Explanation: Routine postoperative care within the defined global period is included in the global surgical package and is not separately billable. |
| Which element is most important when determining medical necessity? A. Provider preference B. Patient request C. Documentation supporting clinical need D. Insurance type | C Explanation: Medical necessity must be supported by clear documentation demonstrating why the service was required for the patient’s condition. |
| A modifier appended to a CPT code primarily serves to: A. Replace the primary code B. Change the diagnosis C. Increase reimbursement automatically D. Provide additional information about the service | D Explanation: Modifiers clarify how a service was performed or under what circumstances without altering the fundamental definition of the procedure. |
| The anatomical term “lateral” refers to a structure that is: A. Closer to the midline B. Farther from the midline C. Toward the head D. Toward the feet | B Explanation: Lateral describes a structure positioned away from the midline of the body. |
| Which component of a medical term typically identifies the primary body part or system involved? A. Prefix B. Root word C. Suffix D. Modifier | B Explanation: The root word forms the foundation of a medical term and identifies the primary body part or system. Prefixes and suffixes modify meaning but do not define the core anatomical reference. |
Created by:
C to the C