Coding HCPCS level II chapter 11 Latest Version Graded A+

Coding HCPCS level II chapter 11 Latest Version Graded A+ **HCPCS Level II is alternatively known as the** National Codes **Which organization developed the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)?** Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) **What collaborative effort between AHA and CMS manages coding inquiries related to established HCPCS usage?** AHA clearinghouse **AHA also releases a publication dedicated to aiding HCPCS coding. What is it called?** Coding Clinic **In ambulance codes, what does the first character signify, and what does the second character signify?** Origin; Destination **In hospital settings, where are HCPCS codes typically managed to streamline coding processes?** Electronic charge-master **In which healthcare setting do coding professionals play a proactive role in assigning HCPCS codes?** Physician office **What role do modifiers play alongside codes, typically preventing them from being rejected?** Modifiers provide more specific details and indicate modifications to a service or procedure without altering its fundamental definition. **Which insurance carriers mandate the use of HCPCS Level II codes over CPT codes?** Medicare **HCPCS codes were designed to report a variety of services, including:** Drugs Chiropractic services Dental procedures Durable medical equipment **If the prescribed drug dosage exceeds what's listed in the reference book, what should you do?** Charge the code in the book multiple times until the correct dosage is reached. **For example, if the prescribed