CPT Questions & Answers 2023/2024

CPT Questions & Answers 2023/2024 CPT stands for... - Correct Answer-Common Procedural Terminology Who is responsible for maintaining the CPT code set? - Correct Answer-AMA's CPT Editorial Panel HCPCS stands for... - Correct Answer-Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System What are the levels of HCPCS? - Correct Answer-Level I: AMA CPT Code Set; makes up the majority of the HCPCS Levell II: National Code Set Each level is its own unique coding system. Who updates CPT? When is CPT updated and when do the updates take effect? - Correct AnswerUpdates are done by AMA CPT Editorial Panel. Updated annually; released in the fall but effective on Jan 1 of every year. What do CPT codes look like? - Correct Answer-Each procedure or service code is identified with a 5- digit code or a 5-character alphanumeric code. Two-digit modifiers. What are HCPCS Level II codes? When are they updated and Who maintains them? - Correct AnswerNational Codes that describe services and supplies not found in the CPT code set (examples: durable medical equip, ambo svc, med & surg supplies, drugs, orthotics/prosthetics). Updated annually; Maintained by CMS What are the CPT Categories? - C