Question 1

In which code range are procedures relating to Biofeedback found in CPT?

Accepted Answer

Biofeedback procedures are found in the CPT code range 90901-90911.

Question 2

Codes within the Psychotherapy subheading, (90832-90838) are based on time. How many minutes minimum must psychotherapy take place in order to assign a CPT code to the service?

Accepted Answer

The minimum time for psychotherapy services to assign a CPT code within the range of 90832-90838 is 16 minutes. CPT codes for psychotherapy are time-based and each code specifies a minimum and maximum time range. The shortest duration mentioned in these codes starts at 16 minutes.

Question 3

In which subheading will a coder find the correct procedure code to describe Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?

Accepted Answer

CPR is a lifesaving technique used in emergencies when someone's heartbeat or breathing has stopped. It does not fall under cardiovascular monitoring, cardiography, or coronary therapeutic services specifically. Instead, it is considered a general therapeutic service, hence it is categorized under "Other Therapeutic Services."

Question 4

For codes describing transesophageal echocardiograms of the Cardiovascular subsection of the Medicine section, the codes are further subdivided by all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

The answer of For codes describing transesophageal echocardiograms of the...

Question 5

Psychiatry codes 90785-90899 have an instruction that these codes are for use in ______ settings.

Accepted Answer

The psychiatry codes 90785-90899 are designed for use in all settings, not limited to inpatient, outpatient, or office settings.

Question 6

Which of the following is not a place of service commonly used in CPT to describe Pulmonary Ventilator Management?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary Ventilator Management is typically provided in settings where patients are more critically ill and require constant monitoring, such as hospitals, nursing facilities, or at the patient's home with professional healthcare support. Outpatient offices generally do not have the facilities or the need to manage patients on ventilators, making option B the correct answer.

Question 7

Which category of procedures are found in code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of CPT?

Accepted Answer

The code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) manual is designated for Immunization Administration for Vaccines/Toxoids.

Question 8

Select the subdivision of spirometry that is not used in the Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing and Therapies subsection of CPT:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Select the subdivision of spirometry that is...

Question 9

Which category of procedures are found in code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of CPT?

Accepted Answer

The code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) manual is designated for Immunization Administration for Vaccines/Toxoids. These codes are used to report the administration of vaccines, including the work of counseling the patient or family.

Question 10

In which scenario is it appropriate to select codes 90460 and 90461?

Accepted Answer

Codes 90460 and 90461 are used for immunization administration through 18 years of age via any route of administration, with face-to-face counseling by a physician or other qualified healthcare professional. Choice B is correct because it involves a physician counseling the mother of a 5-year-old patient, which fits the age requirement and involves the necessary professional for counseling.

Question 11

What does actigraphy testing study?

Accepted Answer

Actigraphy testing involves wearing a device that records movement, typically on the wrist, to study sleep-wake cycles over an extended period, often used to assess sleep patterns and circadian rhythm disorders.

Question 12

Which of the following treatments is performed in order to increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, or improve function?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic manipulative treatment is designed to increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, and improve function by manually adjusting the spine or other parts of the body.

Question 13

What is the purpose of identifying isopters?

Accepted Answer

Isopters are used in perimetry testing to map the visual field of an eye, including identifying blind spots (scotomas), which can indicate various eye diseases or brain abnormalities.

Question 14

Select the type of dialysis that uses a man-made membrane to filter waste and toxins, remove and maintain fluid, and balance electrolytes by mechanically circulating large amounts of blood through a machine and transfusing it back to the body:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Select the type of dialysis that uses...

Question 15

Identify the ultrasound test used to evaluate the flow of blood within arteries and veins:

Accepted Answer

A Duplex scan combines traditional ultrasound with Doppler ultrasound to visualize blood flow in addition to structures of the blood vessels.

Question 16

Where will a coder find codes representing Psychiatry services in the Medicine section of CPT?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatry services codes in the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) manual are found in the range 90785-90899. This range is designated for psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, and other related mental health services.

Question 17

How are the fitting of spectacles subdivided in CPT?

Accepted Answer

The fitting of spectacles in CPT is categorized based on the presence of aphakia, absence of aphakia, and for low vision, which are specific conditions related to vision correction needs.

Question 18

Codes 97032-97039 are used to report modality services in increments of:

Accepted Answer

Codes 97032-97039 are used to report modality services in increments of 15 minutes.

Question 19

A coder may only select procedure codes from subheading Audiologic Function Tests (92550-92597) if three elements are present in the provider documentation. Select the element that is not required to report these codes:

Accepted Answer

A consultation report from a specialist is not required to report codes from the Audiologic Function Tests (92550-92597) subheading. The necessary elements typically include a report with interpretation, the recording of results, and the use of calibrated electronic equipment.

Question 20

Select the correct definition of a latency study:

Accepted Answer

A latency study specifically measures the length of time it takes for a person to fall asleep. This is often used in sleep research and diagnostics, particularly in the context of diagnosing sleep disorders such as insomnia.

Quiz 19: Medicine

In which code range are procedures relating to Biofeedback found in CPT?

Codes within the Psychotherapy subheading, (90832-90838) are based on time. How many minutes minimum must psychotherapy take place in order to assign a CPT code to the service?

In which subheading will a coder find the correct procedure code to describe Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) ?

For codes describing transesophageal echocardiograms of the Cardiovascular subsection of the Medicine section, the codes are further subdivided by all of the following except:

Psychiatry codes 90785-90899 have an instruction that these codes are for use in ______ settings.

Which of the following is not a place of service commonly used in CPT to describe Pulmonary Ventilator Management?

Which category of procedures are found in code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of CPT?

Select the subdivision of spirometry that is not used in the Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing and Therapies subsection of CPT:

Which category of procedures are found in code range 90460-90474 in the Medicine section of CPT?

In which scenario is it appropriate to select codes 90460 and 90461?

What does actigraphy testing study?

Which of the following treatments is performed in order to increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, or improve function?

What is the purpose of identifying isopters?

Select the type of dialysis that uses a man-made membrane to filter waste and toxins, remove and maintain fluid, and balance electrolytes by mechanically circulating large amounts of blood through a machine and transfusing it back to the body:

Identify the ultrasound test used to evaluate the flow of blood within arteries and veins:

Where will a coder find codes representing Psychiatry services in the Medicine section of CPT?

How are the fitting of spectacles subdivided in CPT?

Codes 97032-97039 are used to report modality services in increments of:

A coder may only select procedure codes from subheading Audiologic Function Tests (92550-92597) if three elements are present in the provider documentation. Select the element that is not required to report these codes:

Select the correct definition of a latency study: