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AAPC CPC Chapter 8 D - correct answer This type of connective tissue attaches a muscle to a bone: A) Ligament B) Vein C) Vertebra D) Tendon B - correct answer In the CPT® codebook, 25000 and 25001 are for incisions in the tendon sheath on the wrist. Code 25000 is for the extensor tendon and...

AAPC CPC Chapter 7 Integumentary SystemWhat term relates to connection of skin to underlying muscles? - correct answer Correct Answer:b. Hypodermis Response Feedback: Rationale: The hypodermis is also known as subcutaneous tissue and is made up of fat and connective tissue responsible for binding ...

AAPC CPC Chapter 4A patient with chronic back and neck pain developed a drug dependency on oxycodone (opioid). After being taken off the drug, he was seen in the clinic for withdrawal symptoms. What ICD-10-CM codes are reported? A) F11.23, T40.2X5S B) F11.24, T40.2X5D C) F11.23, T40.2X5A D) F11....

AAPC CPC Chapter 2D - correct answer A respiratory disease characterized by overexpansion and destruction of the alveoli is identified as: A) Cystic fibrosis B) Pneumoconiosis C) Respiratory distress syndrome D) Emphysema B - correct answer A deficiency of cells in the blood is defined as: A...

AAPC CPB - Chapter 9 Practical ApplicationCase 1 - Clearinghouse Rejections Report Status: 11/19/20XX Contents: C4450 - Principal Diagnosis Code must be valid; REJECTED BY SYSTEM EDI; Rejected Patient Name: Adams, David Patient Number: 384594 Payer: HEALTHSPRINGMEDICARE Submission Date: 11/19...

AAPC CPB - Chapter 8 Review National provider identifier (NPI) numbers are issued to individual practitioners as well as other entities. Which of the following is not issued an NPI? a. Facilities b. DME suppliers c. Healthcare organizations d. Health insurance companies - correct answer d. He...

AAPC Chapter 19- Evaluation and Management - Practical Application Cases 1-10 2022IDENTIFICATION: The patient is a 37-year-old Caucasian lady. CHIEF COMPLAINT: The patient is here today for follow-up (Established patient & established problem.) of lower extremity swelling. (Chief complaint) HISTOR...

AAPC Chapter 19 - Evaluation and Management - Review Exam 2022 A provider admits Mrs. Smith to the hospital. She is there for five days. The provider sees her each day she's in the hospital. What subcategory of E/M codes would be used for days two, three and four? - correct answer Correct Answer: ...

AAPC Chapter 18 Pathology LaboratoryA test determining the presence or absence of a substance is considered what type of test? - correct answer Qualitative RATIONALE: A qualitative test determines the presence or absence of the substance. The word "pathology" refers to the study of: - corre...

AAPC Chapter 17 - Radiology - Review Exam 2022AP and Lateral chest X-rays were performed for a cough. What CPT® and ICD-10-CM codes are reported? - correct answer Correct Answer: a. 71046, R05.9 Response Feedback: Rationale: In the CPT® Index look for X-ray/Chest and you are guided to code ra...

AAPC Chapter 16 AnesthesiaUsing the CPT® Index, look for anesthesia for a modified radical mastectomy with internal mammary node dissection. Which of the following is the correct anesthesia code? - correct answer 00406 RATIONALE: Anesthesia/Mastectomy is not listed in the CPT® Index. Look for An...

AAPC Chapter 14 CaseCASE 1 PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Right thyroid follicular lesion. POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Right thyroid follicular lesion.(Diagnosis to report if no further detail is found in the note.) OPERATIVE PROCEDURE: Right thyroid lobectomy.(Planned procedure. Review the operative repor...

AAPC- Chapter 8 ExamMost of the codes in ICD-10-CM Chapter 13 Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue have site and laterality designations. According to ICD-10-CM guidelines what is considered the site? - correct answer the site may be the bone, joint, or muscle involved Wha...

AAPC Chapter 7 - Integumentary System - Practical Application Cases 1-10 2022PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Basal cell carcinoma (postoperative and preoperative diagnosis) POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Same OPERATION Mohs micrographic surgery (Mohs surgery is performed) Indications: The patient has a biopsy ...

AAPC Chapter 5 Questions & Answers A patient is diagnosed with pressure ulcers on each heel. Each heel displays bone involvement with evidence of necrosis and is identified as stage 4. Select the diagnosis code(s). A. L97.406 B. L89.614 C. L89.619, L89.629 D. L89.614, L89.624 - correct answer D...

AAPC Ch.19 Evaluation & ManagementWhere are clinical examples for evaluation and management codes found in the CPT® code book? - correct answer Appendix C Rationale: Appendix C of the CPT® code book contains clinical examples of evaluation and management codes. The appendix may be used in add...

AAPC Ch.16 AnesthesiaWhat intraperitoneal organs are found in the lower abdomen? - correct answer Appendix, cecum, ileum, sigmoid colon Rationale: Intraperitoneal organs in the lower abdomen include the appendix, cecum, ileum and sigmoid colon. What physical status modifier best describes a ...

AAPC Ch.9 Respiratory SystemWhat CPT® code is reported for an emergency endotracheal intubation to save the patient's life? - correct answer 31500 Rationale: In the CPT® Index, look for Intubation/Endotracheal Tube referring you to code 31500, which is for an emergency endotracheal intubatio...

AAPC Ch.8 Musculoskeletal SystemWhat is being removed for hallux valgus surgery? - correct answer Bunion Rationale: Bunion is also called a hallux valgus. In the ICD-10-CM Alphabetic look for Hallux/valgus (acquired) referring you to M20.1-. In the Tabular List under subcategory code M20.1 you ...

AAPC Ch.7 Integumentary System What is the correct diagnosis code to report treatment of a melanoma in-situ of the left upper arm? - correct answer D03.62 Rationale: Melanoma in-situ is not found in the Table of Neoplasms. It is necessary to look in the ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index for Melanoma/...

AAPC CH.3 QUIZWhat is a default code? Refer to ICD-10-CM guideline I.A.18. - correct answer The code that represents the condition most commonly associated with the main term. Which coding convention is used in the description of an ICD-10-CM code when the information in the medical record provid...

AAPC Ch 17AP - correct answer What X-Ray projection enters the front of the body and exits through the back of the body with the patient lying down on the back? At an angle, neither frontal nor lateral - correct answer What position is the body placed in when it is in an oblique position? R93....

AAPC Ch 16 01967 - correct answer Report the appropriate anesthesia code for an obstetric patient who had an epidural catheter placed for a vaginal delivery. The catheter was dislodged and was replaced before the patient delivered a healthy baby girl. 00790 - correct answer Using the CPT® Index...

AAPC AnatomyWhich of the following is NOT a function of skin? - correct answer Acts as a gland by synthesizing vitamin A Which layer is NOT considered part of the skin? - correct answer Hypodermis Which of the following is true of the stratum germinativum? - correct answer It lies on top of th...

AAPC - Medical Terms for Billing & CodingAblation - correct answer Erosive process is performed surgically to eliminate or remove Abuse - correct answer A range of the following improper behaviors or billing practices including, but not limited to: billing for a non-covered service: misus...

AAPC - Medical TerminologyWhat is a root word? - correct answer Main word that stands alone that holds meaning of medical term - can have more than one root What is a prefix? - correct answer It's attached to beginning of word to modify or alter meaning - indicate location, time or number Wha...

AAPC - Medical CodingMany coding professionals go on to find work as: - correct answer Consultant A medical record contains information on all but what areas? - correct answer Financial records Technicians who specialize in coding are called: - correct answer Coding specialists EHR stands f...

AAPC - Final ExamLocal Coverage Determinations are administered by whom? a. State Law b. NCDs c. Each regional MAC d. LMRPs - correct answer c. Each regional MAC ABN stands for _____. a. Advanced Benefits Notification b. Advisory Beneficial Notice c. Admitting Beneficiary Notice d...

AAPC - Chapter 20 Review Exam A patient with coronary atherosclerosis underwent a PTCA in the left anterior descending and in the first diagonal of the LD. What CPT® code(s) is/are reported? - correct answer 92920-LD, 92921-LD A child with suspected sleep apnea was given an apnea monitoring dev...

AAPC - Chapter 20 QuizA patient experienced a stressful personal event and meets with her psychiatrist in his office for 45 minutes for the purpose of evaluating her potential to return to work. Which CPT® code accurately reports the service? - correct answer 90834 A patient with long-time stres...

AAPC - Chapter 20 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 10-Year-old established patient (The patient is established.) presents today for well child check (Patient presents for a preventive exam.) with mother with complaints of frequent urination during the day. The patient has two sisters and sees dad ...

AAPC - Chapter 19 Review ExamA provider admits Mrs. Smith to the hospital. She is there for five days. The provider sees her each day she's in the hospital. What subcategory of E/M codes would be used for days two, three and four? - correct answer Subsequent Hospital Care If the pain is sharp, s...

AAPC - Chapter 19 Quiz.A mother takes her 2-year-old back to Dr. Denton for an annual well child exam. The patient has a comprehensive check-up and vaccinations are brought up to date. Which category or subcategory of evaluation and management codes would be selected for the well child exam? - corre...

AAPC - Chapter 19 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 Mark is a 45 years-old male and is here as a new patient (New patient) to have several lipomas removed. (Chief complaint) He has had these for many years. (HPI: Duration) He has had about 12 removed.(ROS: Integumentary) They get bigger slowly over ti...

AAPC - Chapter 18 Review Exam, AAPC Chapter 18 Pathology Laboratory26 - correct answer What modifier identifies the professional component of a service? R83.6 - correct answer A patient has a traumatic head injury and some cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is removed to limit potential damage from swelli...

AAPC - Chapter 17 Review ExamA patient arrives at the hospital unable to stand on his leg after a collision in a soccer game. The patient's shin is sore to the touch. Two view X-rays of the tibia and fibula are taken. What is the CPT® code reported by the radiologist for the X-rays? - correct answ...

AAPC - Chapter 14 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Right thyroid follicular lesion. POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: Right thyroid follicular lesion.(Diagnosis to report if no further detail is found in the note.) OPERATIVE PROCEDURE: Right thyroid lobectomy.(Planned procedure. ...

AAPC - Chapter 13 Review Exam, Chapter 13 CPC Study GuideA 40-year-old presents with vaginal bleeding for several weeks unrelated to her menstrual cycle. The gynecologist orders an ultrasound to obtain more information for a diagnosis. What diagnosis code is appropriate for this encounter? - correc...

AAPC - Chapter 13 QuizPhysician performs an incision and drainage of an abscess located on the labia majora. What CPT® code is reported? - correct answer 56405 A 63-year-old patient has severe intramural fibroids. The surgeon performs an open total abdominal hysterectomy with removal of the fall...

AAPC - Chapter 13 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 DIAGNOSES: Stage III cystocele, stage II uterine prolapse. (Do not code the cystocele separately as it is included in the diagnosis code for the uterine prolapse.) PROCEDURE: Pessary fitting. INDICATIONS: A 75 year-old, gravida 4, para 4,(This ...

AAPC - Chapter 12 Review ExamWhat ICD-10 -CM code is reported for carcinoma of the bladder dome? - correct answer C67.1 What is the correct CPT® code for a percutaneous pyelostolithotomy with dilation and basket extraction measuring 1 cm? - correct answer 50080 Patient is a 40 year-old female...

AAPC - Chapter 12 QuizWhich organ is not considered part of the urinary system? - correct answer Spleen What are the reproductive glands located in the scrotum? - correct answer Testes Mr. Black is a 53-year-old male who presents today for follow up of his stress incontinence. He has been usin...

AAPC - Chapter 12 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 Preoperative diagnosis: Transitional cell carcinoma in the bladder. Postoperative diagnosis: Transitional cell carcinoma in the bladder. (This is the diagnosis to report, since the pre and post-operative diagnoses are the same. The operative note ...

AAPC - Chapter 11 Review ExamA patient is seen to have an esophageal motility procedure with acid perfusion study performed. What CPT® code(s) is/are reported? - correct answer 91010, 91013 What ICD-10-CM code is reported for internal hemorrhoids? - correct answer K64.8 What ICD-10-CM code is...

AAPC - Chapter 11 Practical ApplicationsCASE 1 Preoperative Diagnosis: History of rectal carcinoma. Postoperative Diagnosis: History of rectal carcinoma. Procedure Performed: Closure of loop ileostomy with small bowel resection and enteroenterostomy with intraoperative flexible sigmoidoscop...

AAPC - Chapter 9 Review ExamA final diagnosis for a patient in the ER is COPD with acute bronchitis due to echovirus. How is this diagnosis coded? - correct answer J44.0, J20.7 What CPT® code is reported for an emergency endotracheal intubation to save the patient's life? - correct answer 31500...

AAPC - Chapter 9 Quiz.How many lobes are there in the lungs? - correct answer 5 Rationale: There are five lobes total, three in the right and two in the left. Where is the mediastinum located? - correct answer In between the two lungs What is the ICD-10-CM code for a patient who presents wi...

AAPC - Chapter 8 Review ExamIn ICD-10-CM, what classification system is used to report open fracture classifications? - correct answer Gustilo classification for open fractures The acronym BKA means: - correct answer Below knee amputation What is the acromion? - correct answer Extension of the...

AAPC - Chapter 8 QuizA Colles' fracture is a fracture of what part of the body? - correct answer Wrist The muscles that help control movement of the body, maintain posture, and help produce heat are of what type? - correct answer Striated or skeletal What is the correct ICD-10-CM code for a n...

AAPC - Chapter 6 Review ExamA patient is seen in the physician's office for a 2,400,000 U injection of Bacilli L-A. What code represents this drug and the units given? - correct answer J0561 x 24 Rationale: In the HCPCS Level II Table of Drugs, look up Bicillin L-A, which directs you to code J05...

AAPC - Chapter 5 Review ExamThe provider documents CKD stage 5 and ESRD. What ICD-10-CM code(s) is/are reported? - correct answer N18.6 What does the abbreviation CKD stand for? - correct answer chronic kidney disease What would be considered an adverse effect? - correct answer Rash developing...

AAPC - Chapter 5 QuizA patient is diagnosed with pressure ulcers on each heel. Each heel displays bone involvement with no evidence of necrosis. Select the diagnosis code(s). - correct answer L89.619, L89.629 A provider performs an arthroscopic procedure to repair an incomplete right degenerative...

AAPC - Chapter 4 - Review Exam In ICD-10-CM what condition is reported as the default code when the provider documents urosepsis? - correct answer The provider must be queried before an ICD-10-CM code can be applied. According to the ICD-10-CM guidelines, how is bilateral glaucoma of the same ty...

AAPC - Chapter 3 Review ExamWhat is the meaning of provider in the ICD-10-CM guidelines? - correct answer The physician The terms malignant, benign, in situ, and uncertain behavior are all terms used when coding what? - correct answer Neoplasms What is an example of an eponym? - correct answer...

AAPC - Chapter 2 Review TestWhich bone(s) have trochanters? - correct answer Femur What is endometriosis? - correct answer When the endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus The mediastinum contains all of the following except: - correct answer Lungs Through which vessel is oxygenated ...