CPT Coding Procedures: Master the Basics for Accurate Medical Billing

Question 1

Which CPT code represents a code for a diagnostic radiology service?

Accepted Answer

70020

Answer

99213

Answer

36415

Answer

64483

Question 2

Which CPT modifier indicates a service performed on the left side of the body?

Accepted Answer

-LT

Answer

-RT

Answer

-59

Answer

-50

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of CPT coding?

Accepted Answer

Redundancy

Answer

Specificity

Answer

Consistency

Answer

Comprehensiveness

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a type of evaluation and management (E/M) service?

Accepted Answer

Major surgery

Answer

New patient, office visit

Answer

Established patient, telephone consultation

Answer

Hospital visit for observation

Question 5

Which CPT code modifier designates that a medical procedure was performed on the right side of the body?

Accepted Answer

-RT: Right side

Answer

-LT: Left side

Answer

-50: Bilateral procedure

Answer

-59: Distinct procedural service

Question 6

Select the CPT code for an open reduction with internal fixation of a distal radius fracture:

Accepted Answer

25600: Open reduction with internal fixation, distal radius, complete

Answer

25605: Open reduction with internal fixation, distal radius, partial

Answer

25610: Open reduction with internal fixation, distal radius and ulna, complete

Answer

25615: Open reduction with internal fixation, distal radius and ulna, partial

Question 7

Choose the appropriate CPT code for a colonoscopy with biopsy:

Accepted Answer

45331: Colonoscopy, with biopsy

Answer

45330: Colonoscopy, without biopsy

Answer

45332: Colonoscopy, with multiple biopsies

Answer

45333: Colonoscopy, with polypectomy

Question 8

Select the CPT code for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain with contrast enhancement:

Accepted Answer

70550: MRI, brain, with contrast enhancement

Answer

70548: MRI, brain, without contrast enhancement

Answer

70551: MRI, brain, with contrast enhancement and angiography

Answer

70552: MRI, brain, with contrast enhancement and spectroscopy

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of a global period in CPT coding?

Accepted Answer

Postoperative visits related to the same surgery

Answer

Preoperative visits leading up to a surgical procedure

Answer

Emergency room visits for unrelated conditions

Answer

Hospital admissions for different diagnoses

Question 10

Which coding manual is considered the most reliable and comprehensive resource for CPT coding?

Accepted Answer

AMA CPT Professional Edition

Answer

ICD-10-CM

Answer

CMS Medicare Fee Schedule

Answer

HCPCS Level II

Question 11

How does access to a patient's medical history, physical exam findings, and a detailed description of the procedure performed affect the choice of the most accurate CPT code?

Accepted Answer

It allows for a more specific code selection.

Answer

It doesn't affect the code selection.

Answer

It requires the use of an unlisted code.

Question 12

When a CPT code is appended with the modifier '-51', what does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Multiple procedures performed on the same day by the same physician

Answer

Procedure performed by a different physician on the same day

Answer

Procedure performed in an unusual or complex manner on the same day

Answer

Procedure performed bilaterally on the same day

Question 13

To determine if a specific procedure is covered by Medicare for a patient, which resource should be consulted?

Accepted Answer

Medicare National Coverage Determinations (NCDs)

Answer

HCPCS Level II Manual

Answer

CPT Manual

Answer

ICD-10-CM Manual

Question 14

A laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been performed. Which CPT code should be assigned?

Accepted Answer

47562

Answer

47001

Answer

49300

Answer

47600

Question 15

A fine needle aspiration biopsy of a thyroid nodule has been performed. Which CPT code is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

10007

Answer

38000

Answer

10006

Answer

60100

Question 16

A patient receives three intramuscular injections of an antibiotic. Which CPT code should be used?

Accepted Answer

96372

Answer

96365

Answer

90782

Answer

96374

Question 17

What is the meaning of the CPT modifier '-51'?

Accepted Answer

Multiple procedures performed at the same session by the same provider

Answer

Bilateral procedure

Answer

Procedure performed by assistant surgeon

Question 18

When determining the level of E/M coding, which of the following is NOT a key component?

Accepted Answer

Patient's insurance coverage

Answer

Examination

Answer

History taking

Answer

Medical decision making

Question 19

What is the CPT code for a simple incision and drainage of an abscess on the lower extremity?

Accepted Answer

10060

Answer

10040

Answer

10120

Answer

10080

Question 20

What is the CPT code for a standard electrocardiogram (ECG) with interpretation?

Accepted Answer

93000

Answer

93010

Answer

93005

Answer

93015

Question 21

Which CPT code is used for a comprehensive eye examination, including refraction?

Accepted Answer

92014

Answer

92012

Answer

92004

Answer

92002

Question 22

What is the CPT code for an injection of a corticosteroid into a joint?

Accepted Answer

20550

Answer

20510

Answer

20505

Answer

20515

Question 23

What is the CPT code for a total knee arthroplasty (replacement)?

Accepted Answer

27447

Answer

27449

Answer

27440

Answer

27438

Question 24

Which CPT code is used for a level 3 office or outpatient visit (established patient)?

Accepted Answer

99213

Answer

99202

Answer

99201

Answer

99204

Question 25

Which CPT code is assigned for a dilation and curettage (D&C) of the uterus?

Accepted Answer

58120

Answer

58112

Answer

58100

Answer

58110

Question 26

What is the CPT code for a chest X-ray with two views (posterior-anterior (PA) and lateral)?

Accepted Answer

71020

Answer

71030

Answer

71010

Answer

71040

Question 27

What is the CPT code for a lumbar puncture (spinal tap)?

Accepted Answer

62270

Answer

62275

Answer

62263

Answer

62268